Job Description Joining Eurofins Water Hygiene Testing, this role will be based in the Microbiology department in Livingston. The purpose of this role is to be responsible for the analysis of water tests through plate reading and confirmation techniques along with other routine tasks and supporting with sample preparation. Please note this is a full time permanent role working Friday to Monday 08:00 till 18:00. This role involves a combination of sitting and standing for long periods, plus regular lifting of crates of sample plates and for waste removal. Perform microbiological testing analysis, able to identify colony morphologies for all test types carried out by the department, including Legionella and a range of Bacti tests. Able to complete further confirmatory work on suspect colonies where required. Enter results into the Laboratory IT system and ensure correct result is calculated for reporting. Work in line with our quality procedures to complete all aspects of your work. Support with daily quality tasks such as calibration checks, daily process controls, internal and external quality checks and custody record completion. Use the reports available to ensure work is entered at the correct time and any overdue is actioned appropriately where required. Support with sample preparation, inclusive of sample filtration and pipetting amongst other tasks. Provide a high level of internal and external customer care by ensuring all results are delivered accurately and on time. Adhere to confidentiality agreements in place with our customers. Collaborate with other team members and show flexibility to help meet demand and achieve the required turn around time ensuring results are reported on time. Adapt an aseptic approach to your working environment and ensure cleanliness and hygiene levels remain at a high standard. Take responsibility for your own training records to gain full competency in the tasks you perform and to keep abreast of any updates required. For flexibility this could include tasks from other areas. Understand the concept of 5S and adhere to the principles set within your area. Along with following lean production standards. Work with the team to drive the department forward through continuous improvement. Work with the team to ensure that all waste generated is removed from the lab via the correct waste streams and seek ways to reduce our carbon footprint. Undertake any other reasonable task or responsibility requested by a senior manager.