Job Description
SRG are excited to be working with a leading energy company to help them find a Chemical Lab Technician/QC Analyst to work at their site in the north of Scotland.
The role is for a 9-12 month contract with a competitive hourly rate for the right candidate.
This is a great opportunity for someone with working knowledge of analytical techniques including gas chromatography, ion chromatography and high performance liquid chromatography.
The Role:
* Undertake all aspects of plant chemistry monitoring and chemical analysis
* Provide fault finding diagnostics and technical advice on all power station plant areas
* Sample Receipt and booking in administration
* Analysis using techniques such as GC, HPLC, Karl Fisher, DDF and other analytical methods
* Results interpretation and reporting
* Waste management – empty vials/bottles, remove caps, dispose of vials/bottles responsibly
* Dispose of used oil as per waste management routes and policy
* Monitor lab consumables, Consumables management – inventory checks ensuring availability and report low stocks, stock and consumables logistics/movement from stores to lab.
Requirements:
* HND / HNC in chemistry or relevant degree with a minimum of three years’ industry experience involving laboratory testing of oils.
* Working knowledge of analytical techniques including gas chromatography, ion chromatography and high performance liquid chromatography.
* Sound analytical chemistry covering oil and water testing techniques and analysis.
* A sound operational knowledge of laboratory test equipment including the ability to use diagnostic skills to fault find, detect and remedy faults.
* Computer literacy -ability to use complex scientific software.
* The ability to write technical reports
* Self-starter attitude and strong problem solving skills.