Alcohol & Drug Technician - Middlesborough / Sunderland

Medigold Health; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking a dedicated professional to join their team, focusing on workplace alcohol and drug testing. The role offers comprehensive training, allowing individuals without prior experience to thrive. You'll be responsible for conducting tests at various client sites, ensuring adherence to strict protocols while promoting a positive image of the company. With flexible hours and competitive pay rates, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in occupational health services. Join a leading provider and contribute to maintaining workplace safety across diverse sectors.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Reimbursement for training

Expenses coverage

Auto-enrolment pension scheme

Annual leave entitlement of 31 days

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• No prior experience in the alcohol and drug industry is necessary.
• Full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Conduct alcohol and drug testing using relevant equipment and paperwork.
• Ensure timely arrival at client sites for testing.

Skills

Flexibility

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Full Driving License

Job description

Contract: Permanent, Zero hour

Location: North East England - Middlesbrough / Sunderland

The Company

We at Medigold Health are proud to be at the forefront of providing expert health advice, support, and assessments for employers across the UK. Our mission is to keep people in work, safe, and well, through our occupational health, absence management, and Alcohol & Drug testing services, all managed in-house. This approach empowers our team to own every step of the customer journey, fostering exceptional client loyalty.

Medigold Health offers market-leading Alcohol and Drug testing and support services via its Hampton Knight division.

Hampton Knight is one of the UK’s leading providers in managing alcohol and drug misuse in the workplace, with over 22 years of experience supporting over 800 organizations across various sectors including aerospace, aviation, construction, logistics, rail, shipping, and utilities. We are known for providing impartial advice and ongoing support to ensure our clients receive top-quality service.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will perform workplace Alcohol and Drug testing as directed by the Client Service Team, while also assisting in developing a proactive service to Hampton Knight and its clients to ensure an effective and competent service.

Main Objectives

The Duties (Non-exhaustive) include:

1. Carrying out alcohol and drug testing using the relevant paperwork and equipment, including alcohol testing, urine or oral fluid drug testing, onsite drug testing, or laboratory drug testing following strict Chain of Custody procedures.
2. Conducting alcohol and drug testing in accordance with Company and Network Rail standards.
3. Attending various client sites for scheduled and unscheduled testing.
4. Ensuring arrival at client sites within a two-hour window when activated for a call-out.
5. Providing weekly availability to the administration team; note that callouts may be at short notice, requiring flexibility.
6. Accurately collecting information and completing protocols and paperwork.
7. Supporting process improvements within the Client Services Team where applicable.
8. Promoting Hampton Knight positively.
9. Maintaining a professional manner when interacting with clients.

Requirements for This Role

1. No prior experience in the alcohol and drug industry is necessary, as full training will be provided.
2. Full Driving License.

Company Benefits

1. Competitive pay rates, varying for scheduled or unscheduled work, including out-of-hours work to boost earnings.
2. Reimbursement for ongoing training and other role-related activities such as stocktakes and postage drops.
3. Expenses coverage including parking, mileage, and postage, with prompt payment processing.
4. Auto-enrolment pension scheme with employee contributions of 5% and employer contributions up to 4%, with options for increased personal contributions.
5. Annual leave entitlement of 31 days (including public and bank holidays), accrued based on hours worked, with length of service increases.
6. Flexible working hours, allowing you to choose your availability, subject to operational needs.