Laboratory Scientist

Severn Trent; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water management company in Nottingham is seeking a Cryptosporidium Laboratory Scientist to conduct water quality analysis and ensure compliance with regulations. Responsibilities include interpreting analytical data, mentoring colleagues, and maintaining quality standards. Ideal candidates will have laboratory experience and relevant qualifications in Chemistry or Biology. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and various benefits including holidays and training opportunities.

Benefits

Salary £28,572.73 - £30,713.01

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme up to £1,500

Leading pension scheme

Sharesave scheme

Training and development opportunities

Electric vehicle scheme

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months lab experience.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and capability to keep accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Interpreting and reporting analytical data in accordance with QMS.
• Training and mentoring colleagues.
• Responding to incidents and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Knowledge of water quality testing

Analytical mindset

Strong IT and problem-solving skills

Education

HNC/HND/NVQ Level 3 in Chemistry/Biology

5 higher grade GCSEs or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Our Water Quality and Environment team have an opportunity for you to join as our new Cryptosporidium Laboratory Scientist. In your new role, you'll be responsible for undertaking cryptosporidium analysis of drinking water and associated samples from water treatment works, service reservoirs, customer taps and catchment surveys which deliver regulatory commitments to the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI). You will need knowledge of Water Quality testing procedures and standards ensuring that all aspects of testing are carried out using the correct processes and methods. You'll be responsible for the analysis of high volume, complex work streams, using the Laboratory LIMS system to report results and ensure samples are tested within the required priority deadlines and to the highest standard of Water Quality testing to ensure public health is protected. Based out of our Nottingham cryptosporidium laboratory, working 37 hours over 4 days - Wednesday to Saturday 08:00-17:45.

Responsibilities

• Interpreting, checking, and reporting analytical data and analytical quality controls in accordance with QMS requirements, whilst having the ability to identify atypical results, investigate and respond appropriately.
• Having a good understanding of laboratory processes, allowing identification and interpretation of atypical results or scenarios to ensure the correct action is taken.
• Having rapid escalation and completion of non-conforming work investigations identifying the root cause and implementing corrective and preventative actions.
• Assisting with the training, coaching, and mentoring of colleagues.
• Maintaining DWI and ISO 17025 competency requirements by participation in external proficiency testing schemes meeting the required pass rate, maintenance of Continued Professional Development record (CPD), producing AQC data, and method witness audits.
• Incident & standby response requires ability to identify correct analysis parameters and provide technical support with evaluation of results. Ensure that all aspects of work are carried out using the correct procedures, processes and methods documented within the QMS to ensure compliance with ISO17025 and Regulatory Standards.

Qualifications

To be successful, it's expected that you'll ideally have a minimum of six months lab experience, 5 higher grade GCSE's or equivalent and a minimum of HNC, HND, NVQ Level 3 in relevant Chemistry / Biology subject or equivalent. It is desired if you have a higher qualification in a scientific discipline or have a membership with a professional body.

You'll need to have an analytical, methodical mindset and the ability to communicate and work effectively as part of a team. You'll also need strong IT and problem-solving skills and good attention to detail with the ability to keep accurate records. The right skills and experience are important. But if you have the right character, positivity, and a caring attitude we want to talk to you too.

About Severn Trent / Benefits

• Salary £28,572.73 - £30,713.01 (based on experience)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £1,500 per annum based on company performance)
• Leading pension scheme - we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave - the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our 'Academy'
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family friendly policies
• Two volunteering days per year

We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We want people who show up and get involved. Those who are ready to be part of something bigger and who want to make a difference because they care. Hello, we're Severn Trent and we think water is wonderful.