Laboratory Scientist

Description:

In your new role, you’ll be responsible for undertaking chemical analysis of drinking water and associated samples from water treatment works, service reservoirs, customer taps and catchment surveys which deliver regulatory commitments to the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI). You will need knowledge of Water Quality testing procedures and standards ensuring that all aspects of testing are carried out using the correct processes and methods.

You’ll be responsible for the analysis of high volume, complex work streams, using the Laboratory LIMS system to report results and ensure samples are tested within the required priority deadlines and to the highest standard of Water Quality testing to ensure public health is protected.

Some Of Your Other Key Accountabilities Will Include
 

• Interpreting, checking, and reporting analytical data and analytical quality controls in accordance with QMS requirements, whilst having the ability to identify atypical results, investigate and respond appropriately.
• Having a good understanding of laboratory processes, allowing identification and interpretation of atypical results or scenarios to ensure the correct action is taken.
• Having rapid escalation and completion of non-conforming work investigations identifying the root cause and implementing corrective and preventative actions.
• Assisting with the training, coaching, and mentoring of colleagues.
• Maintaining DWI and ISO 17025 competency requirements by participation in; external proficiency testing schemes meeting the required pass rate, maintenance of Continued Professional Development record (CPD), producing AQC data, and method witness audits.
• Incident & standby response requires ability to identify correct analysis parameters and technical support with evaluation of results.
   

What You’ll Bring To The Role

We’re seeking our new Laboratory Scientist to be comfortable ensuring that all aspects of work are carried out using the correct procedures, processes and methods documented within the QMS to ensure compliance with ISO17025 and Regulatory Standards

To be successful, it’s expected that you’ll ideally have a minimum of six months lab experience, 5 higher grade GCSE’s or equivalent and a minimum of HNC, HND, NVQ Level 3 in relevant Chemistry / Biology subject or equivalent. It is desired if you have a higher qualification in a scientific discipline or have a membership with a professional body.

You’ll need to have an analytical, methodical mindset and the ability to communicate and work effectively as part of a team. You’ll also need strong IT and problem-solving skills and good attention to detail with the ability to keep accurate records.

The right skills and experience are important. But if you have the right character, positivity, and a caring attitude we want to talk to you too.