Inorganic Laboratory Analyst (Maternity Cover)

Envirolab Ltd; Hyde; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Envirolab Ltd, an analytical laboratory in Hyde, seeks an Inorganic Laboratory Analyst for maternity cover with potential for a full-time role. Responsibilities include technical work, instrument maintenance, and staff training. Join a growing team dedicated to environmental analytics and quality standards.

Benefits

Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Flexible benefits programme including option to buy additional holidays and private health care

Regular training and career development

Qualifications

• 12 months hands-on experience with analytical techniques such as ICPOES, ICPMS, HPLC, TOC/DOC.
• Ability to work in a busy environment and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Carry out technical work according to Envirolab procedures.
• Maintenance of laboratory equipment and processing of analytical results.
• Train and assess other staff in procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Methodical approach

Job description

Inorganic Laboratory Analyst (Maternity Cover)

Inorganic Laboratory Analyst (Maternity Cover)

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The Vacancy

Hyde, Greater Manchester, UK.

This role is for maternity cover for 12 months but could potentially become a full time position.

Envirolab is an analytical laboratory with an outstanding track record for delivering analysis competitively and on time. The company provides environmental analytical services predominately of soil and groundwater samples.

The Vacancy

Envirolab, a member of RSK Group have an opportunity for an experienced Inorganic Analyst to join their team at their New Laboratory in Hyde, Greater Manchester, UK.

This role is for maternity cover for 12 months but could potentially become a full time position.

Envirolab is an analytical laboratory with an outstanding track record for delivering analysis competitively and on time. The company provides environmental analytical services predominately of soil and groundwater samples.

Key responsibilities:

• Carry out technical work in accordance with Envirolab procedures.
• Covering the day to day instrument operations.
• Ensure all work completed is according to UKAS and Envirolab QMS requirements.
• Calibration of all laboratory equipment.
• Carry out and document regular instrument maintenance.
• Process, calculate and check analytical results.
• Assist in preparation for various analysis.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping.
• Work within the confines of Envirolab’s safety policy paying due regard to the requirements for protective clothing.
• Train and assess other staff in Envirolab procedures.
• Report any anomalies or QC irregularities to the quality manager and accurately record such information.
• To recommend changes in all procedures or working practices where there are either errors or where recurrent problems occur.
• Carry out routine QC reviews.
• Carry out regular SHEMS inspections.
• Any other duties deemed reasonable for this position.
  
  
  

Person specification:

• The ideal candidate will preferably have 12 months hands on experience of one or more of ICPOES, ICPMS, HPLC, TOC/DOC, Skalar, Aquakem/Gallery, including troubleshooting and maintenance.
• The successful candidate may also need to assist in method development and validation so any relevant experience would be an advantage.
• Assistance in other parts of the laboratory may also be required.
• Organised and methodical approach.
• Able to work in a busy environment.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Strong team player.
  
  
  

Salary and benefits:

• £26,397 per annum
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays and private health care
• Regular training and career development
  
  
  

The RSK Group are an equal opportunities employer

#Laboratory #Geoscience #environmental

RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.

About Us

We are Envirolab, a Manchester-based company providing contaminated land laboratory services for environmental consultants, site investigation and civil engineering contractors and local authorities, nationally and internationally. We were the first UK laboratory to be accredited for the analysis of dioxins and furans, thus establishing the ethos for technical and quality standards that remains our benchmark. We are accredited to ISO 17025 and MCERTS.

Our company provides an online facility that enables clients to view real-time results as soon as they become available and to access previously reported projects. We have a licence to accept soil from anywhere in the world to support clients that work internationally. Our highly qualified analytical chemists, along with experienced civil and environmental engineers, differentiates us from other laboratories in its field. Providing same- and next-day delivery of sample containers, wet can organise courier collection of samples to ensure a smooth service for all clients.

Envirolab is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace.Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?

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