Laboratory Analyst - Life Sciences

Anglian Water Group; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A water supply company in Huntingdon is looking for a Laboratory Analyst to analyze water samples using various techniques. The successful candidate will ensure quality results, support operational data needs, and contribute to continuous improvement. Ideal candidates will have relevant A-Levels or equivalent experience, along with a strong passion for science. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Personal private health care

Annual bonus scheme

25 days leave plus Bank Holidays

Personal Accident cover

Life Cover

Flexible benefits

Discounts on mobile contracts

Free parking

Qualifications

• Must have a passion for science and relevant qualifications.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Must prioritize tasks effectively.
• Capable of working in a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform water sample analyses using recognized techniques.
• Support colleagues with accurate data.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• Engage in quality testing activities.

Skills

Passion for science

Ability to follow instructions meticulously

Adaptability

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

Relevant A-Levels or equivalent experience

Job description

Starting Salary £28,000 per annum

Full Time / 37 hours per week / 6 Month Fixed Term Contract

Based Location - Central Laboratory Huntingdon

Tap into your potential and test a new career with Anglian Water!

Culturing Analytical Excellence!

Anglian Water supplies clean, safe drinking water to 4.3million people and cleans a billion litres of used water every single day before returning it back to nature, helping to protect both our rivers and biodiversity. Leading the industry by achieving ISO standards in quality, environment and health and safety ensures we can proudly say that we supply some of the

best water on the planet.

What will you be doing?

Become a crucial member of the Anglian Water Family, working collaboratively in a time critical environment to produce high quality results.

Be involved in both testing and quality activities within the laboratory, your daily duties will include all aspects of analysis of water samples using a variety of recognised analytical techniques.

Produce accurate data to support colleagues complete vital roles throughout the entire business.

You'll have the opportunity to contribute towards continuous improvement, take on a variety of scientific challenges and gain an exciting array of experience as you meet them.

For a further insight into the role Click Here to see what it's like working as an Analyst within the Laboratory.

As a valued employee, you'll be entitled to:

• Competitive pension scheme - Anglian Water double-matches your contributions up to 6%
• Personal private health care
• Annual bonus scheme
• 25 days leave, rising with service + Bank Holidays, with the option to swap Christmas and Easter holidays for those celebrated by your religion
• Personal Accident cover - up to 5x your salary
• Life Cover at 8x your salary
• Flexible benefits to support your wellbeing and lifestyle
• Lots of great benefits including 20% off new EE mobile contracts, discounted cinema tickets and a Cycle2Work scheme
• Free parking at all offices, site and leisure parks

What does it take to be a Laboratory Analyst?

• You'll have a passion for science with either relevant A-Levels or equivalent qualification/experience to make this a great start to your journey with Anglian Water
• You should be able to follow instructions meticulously to provide a consistent high standard of work
• You should be adaptable and be able to prioritise
• You should be able to work effectively as part of a team but also able to undertake independent working when required

Why Anglian Water?

At Anglian Water we strive to do the right thing for our people, our customers and the environment.

We have created a simple but powerful values framework for our employees based around our Purpose, our Mission and our Values. We call it our North Star framework, and it gives us a common goal we can all get behind. It brings us together as a business and helps us to shape our strategies now and in the future. And whatever changes we may drive over the years, the heart of who we are and what we stand for will remain constant.

Closing Date: 13th August 2025

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