Laboratory Assistant

United Utilities; Warrington; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility provider seeks a Laboratory Assistant in Warrington. Responsibilities include sample preparation, straightforward analyses, and equipment maintenance. Essential qualifications include 5 GCSEs and laboratory experience. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and benefits including generous leave and pension. Join a dedicated team at the forefront of providing great water for a healthier North West.

Benefits

Generous annual leave package

Competitive pension scheme

Performance-related bonus

Comprehensive healthcare plan

Gym discounts

Mental health support

Enhanced parental leave schemes

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs including Maths and English.
• Basic understanding of ISO 17025 and related regulations.
• Willingness to work Tuesday to Saturday.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples prior to analysis.
• Support straightforward analytical techniques.
• Maintain equipment for analysis.
• Work in a team following best practice procedures.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Good communication skills

Planning and organisation skills

Technically adept with IT systems

Self-motivated

Education

5 GCSEs (A-C in Maths, English and Science/technology subject)

Tools

Nautilus

TAPS

Word

Excel

Job description

About us

Salary - £25,746
Work Type - Onsite
Job Location - Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP
Role Type - Permanent
Employment Type - Full Time
Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week

United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.

Benefits

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
• MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
• Best Doctors
• Salary Finance
• Wealth at Work courses
• Deals and discounts
• EVolve Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Mental health first aiders
• ShareBuy
• MORE Choices flexible benefits
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

Visa sponsorship may not be available for this role

Job Purpose

A Proficient laboratory assistant working within the laboratory production environment, contributing towards the day to day delivery of analytical outputs.

Operating within a tightly regulated Quality System, whilst satisfying the requirements of customers and regulators undertaking sample preparation and straightforward analytical techniques.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Undertaking sample preparation prior to analysis and contributing to straightforward analytical techniques and analysis
• Working to a defined Quality system whilst adhering to tight deadlines with varying sample volumes and complying with the needs of the customer and changing regulatory standards
• Operating within a team environment and supporting activities according to best practice procedures as detailed in the Quality System
• Assist in the maintenance of equipment used to undertake preparation and straightforward analysis tasks
• Straightforward technical activities to facilitate learning and development.

Technical Skills & Experience

• Laboratory experience with a basic understanding of ISO 17025, ISO 5667- part 3 and all other related regulatory requirements
• Technically Adept with IT systems, tools and databases including Nautilus, TAPS, Word, and Excel
• Good communication skills
• Planning and organisations skills
• Self-motivated to deliver a highly flexible sample preparation and analytical service within a changing environment including flexibility in working hours/practices.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs (A-C in Maths, English and Science/technology subject)

About the Team

• You will be required to work Tuesday to Saturday each week.
• Analysis of Wastewater, Trade Effluent and Sludge samples through a number of analytical methods
• Tests performed in the lab such as Biological Oxygen Demand, Chemical Oxygen Demand, Suspended Solids, pH, Nutrients, Alkalinity, Dry Solids, Fats Oils and Grease
• A high throughput wastewater laboratory working to ISO17025, ISO 5667 and MCERTS standards accredited by UKAS
• All team members are driven towards the same purpose – To provide great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West
• Our core values are to do the right thing, make it happen and be better and we deliver these values and our purpose through our strategic priorities which are to provide a safe and great place to work, deliver a great service to our customers, improve our rivers, create a greener future and contributing to our communities.

We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.