Environmental Laboratory Analyst

Babcock International; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Environmental Laboratory Analyst to join their team. In this role, you will conduct essential chemistry analyses, supporting key client sites while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to vital projects in the nuclear sector. With a focus on teamwork and operational excellence, you will play a crucial role in maintaining high standards of service delivery. Join a forward-thinking company committed to safety and innovation in the nuclear industry.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Matched pension contributions

Access to health services

Employee share schemes

Payment of professional fees

Special leave for Reservists

Holiday Trading scheme

Volunteering days

Development opportunities

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in analytical chemistry is desirable.
• Awareness of safety standards and regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct chemistry analyses on samples for client sites.
• Support analytical programs ensuring quality standards.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Safety Awareness

Lean Manufacturing Techniques

ISO17025 Standards

IT Literacy

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

Education

Science A Level (grades A-C) or equivalent

Job description

Environmental Laboratory Analyst

Location: Carlisle, GB, CA24 3HZ

Company: Cavendish Nuclear

Onsite or Hybrid: OnSite

Job Details

Title: Environmental Laboratory Analyst

Location: Whitehaven, Cumbria

Compensation: Competitive + Benefits

Role Type: Full time / Permanent

Role ID: SF63969

About the Role

At Cavendish Nuclear, we’re working to create a safe and secure world. Join us as an Environmental Laboratory Analyst at our Greeson Court, Westlakes Science Park site.

The role

As an Environmental Laboratory Analyst, you will deliver efficient analytical services to clients, ensuring safety, quality, and environmental standards. Your daily tasks include conducting chemistry analyses on samples supporting client sites like Sellafield, aiding in obtaining site license permits.

• Support the delivery of analytical programs ensuring results meet time and quality standards.
• Maintain compliance with laboratory quality management systems.
• Follow safety procedures and work practices.
• Collaborate effectively with team members to provide consistent service.
• Report issues to improve operational capability.
• Assist in validating new and existing techniques and equipment.

Please note: The successful candidate must pass a medical questionnaire/examination as a condition of employment.

This is a full-time role, 37 hours per week, based at Westlakes Science Park, Whitehaven.

Essential Experience

• Experience in analytical chemistry (desirable).
• Awareness of conventional and radiological safety.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques (advantageous).
• Awareness of ISO17025 standards.
• IT literacy.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Science A Level (grades A-C) or equivalent, or significant practical laboratory experience.

We value diversity and welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences who meet the required criteria or are willing to learn.

Security Clearance

The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain SC security clearance. Some roles are subject to national security restrictions based on nationality, citizenship, or residency.

What We Offer

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched pension contributions and life assurance
• Access to health services and wellness programs
• Employee share schemes and shopping discounts
• Payment of professional fees
• Special leave for Reservists
• Holiday Trading scheme
• ‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering
• Development opportunities and wellbeing support

About Cavendish Nuclear

As a leader in the UK nuclear industry, Cavendish Nuclear provides solutions across energy, defense, and decommissioning projects. We are committed to safety, innovation, and making nuclear safer, faster, and more cost-effective. Join us to help create a safer, secure world.

We are an inclusive, disability-confident employer. For accommodations during the application process, contact us at [e-mail]. We support flexible working arrangements.

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