Do you have a sound knowledge of microbiological analysis?
Can you plan and prioritise effectively? If so, don’t miss this exciting opportunity…
We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for.
You’ll take up this crucial role within our market leading laboratories where we provide water testing services for business, local authorities and private clients. We have state of the art equipment that enables us to offer a comprehensive service to ensure that the water delivered to customers meets the highest standards.
You don’t necessarily need to have previous laboratory experience but this would be useful. What’s important is that you want to expand your microbiology knowledge and build a career at South East Water.
We complete water sample testing at speed and with care. You’ll support analysts with laboratory preparations and help perform analytical tasks within the Microbiology section. You’re adaptable and focused. You’ll operate instrumentation, assist with maintenance and prepare equipment. It’s vital that laboratory data is accurately recorded so you have attention to detail and precision.
We offer a vibrant, friendly and busy team environment. You’ll receive plenty of coaching and support to develop your analytical techniques and understanding so that you can continue to progress your scientific career at South East Water.
Working hours for this role are 16:00-00:00. You will receive a 15% shift allowance to reflect the late shift pattern.
What will you mainly be responsible for delivering?
* You’ll ensure that instrumentation is operated and analysis performed in line with the Laboratory Management system.
* You’ll assist with the maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.
* You’ll analyse and interpret data, and complete all laboratory paperwork.
* You’ll document information by maintaining daily logs and equipment.
* You’ll ensure data is accurately entered into the Laboratory Information Management System within set timeframes.
* You’ll ensure that the sample stability and turnaround for the given analysis is met.
* You’ll help to prepare standards, reagents and Quality Control Samples in accordance with company internal procedures.
* You’ll work towards being a competent person according to Regulation 16(2)(d)(i) of the Water Supply (Water Quality) Regulations 2016 (as amended) and to actively pursue Continued Professional Development.
What do you bring to the role?
* You’ll have knowledge of good laboratory practice.
* You have a relevant academic qualification or scientific subject at NVQ level 3 equivalent or above.
* You’ll be willing to work towards full membership of a professional body.
* You have excellent numeracy, literacy, computer literacy and laboratory skills to engage in robust analytical laboratory practice.
What can you expect from us?
* This role will be based at our Laboratory in Farnborough, Hampshire.
* Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution.
* 25 days holiday entitlement, rising to a maximum of 30 days with length of service.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Health cash plan.
* Life assurance.
* Wellbeing related benefits.
Everyone needs water, South East Water welcomes everyone.
We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That’s why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water.
What can you expect from your recruitment?
* Please upload a CV via our careers site.
* You will be asked to complete satisfactory DBS, identity and employment referencing checks as part of receiving your employment offer from South East Water.
* If you require assistance / adjustments to engage with our recruitment process and to ensure you're able to compete on equal terms, please contact the recruitment team via jobs@southeastwater.co.uk.
If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, apply now!
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