Analyst - Grade 1

ALS Laboratories (UK) Ltd; Hawarden; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave (25→30 days) plus 8 bank

Sick pay enhancement

Salary progression based on competency

Perkbox membership

Learning/study support

Group Pension Plan

On-site car parking

Job summary

ALS Laboratories (UK) Ltd is seeking a motivated Analyst (Level 3) to join our team in Wales. The role focuses on delivering high-quality analytical results, troubleshooting equipment issues, and maintaining safety and quality standards while supporting customer requirements.

You will train colleagues, interpret data, and contribute to the QMS; the position offers a stable full-time contract with career development in a collaborative, safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in a scientific subject.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to deliver instructional training and work effectively in a team.
• Good communication and excellent IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete sample analysis to required timescales and quality standards.
• Ensure samples meet compliance with our quality management system.
• Handle more complex analytical techniques with confidence.
• Interpret and report analytical data effectively.
• Maintain daily service delivery in line with company KPIs.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient sample workflows.

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork and training ability

IT literacy

Education

Degree or equivalent in a scientific subject

Job description

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.

The Role We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Analyst (Level 3) to join our committed team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in delivering high-quality analysis to support our operations. Working within a supportive and collaborative environment, you’ll have the opportunity to develop advanced analytical skills while contributing to our mission of excellence. The position involves understanding and meeting customer requirements, troubleshooting and resolving equipment issues (including preventive maintenance), investigating and reporting non-conformance incidents on the QMS, training colleagues to required standards, performing safe manual handling of chemicals and equipment, and adhering to Health and Safety policies, including COSHH Risk Assessments and PPE requirements. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to grow their career in science and analytics. Join us and make a meaningful impact in an environment that values precision, teamwork, and development.

About the Position

Hours Per Week: 37

Days Per Week: Monday to Friday (08:00 - 16:00)

Contract: Full Time & Permanent

Annual Salary: £25,878 per annum

The day to day

• Complete sample analysis to required timescales and quality standards.
• Ensure samples meet compliance with our quality management system.
• Handle more complex analytical techniques with confidence.
• Interpret and report analytical data effectively.
• Maintain daily service delivery in line with company KPIs.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient sample workflows.

The Essentials

• Degree or equivalent in a scientific subject.
• Ideally, some laboratory experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to deliver instructional training and work effectively in a team.
• Good communication and excellent IT skills.

Our benefits include

• Annual Leave commencing at 25 days (rising to 30) plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part time) Ability to Buy annual leave.
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme
• Salary Progression Scheme based on technical and behavioural competencies.
• 'Celebrating Success' Recognition Awards
• Perkbox membership providing access to discount vouchers and wellness hub.
• Learning/study support Group Personal Pension Plan Car Parking on-site

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence. At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.

Everyone Matters

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability.

Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.

Eligibility To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.