Level 2 Chemist

Intertek Group Plc; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development and career opportunities

Dynamic working environment

Job summary

Intertek Group Plc seeks a motivated Laboratory Technician in Derby to deliver accurate chemistry testing and support operational processes. You will gain hands-on experience with various analytical techniques while ensuring compliance with ISO standards.

The role offers flexible working hours and the potential for career growth in a dynamic aerospace sector. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Chemistry, practical lab experience, and strong problem-solving capabilities.

Qualifications

• Ideally educated to degree level in Chemistry.
• Practical experience in analytical techniques is required.
• Proactive problem-solving skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform samples preparation and testing using approved procedures.
• Support booking in laboratory jobs using local systems.
• Process routine samples following SOPs.

Skills

Analytical techniques

Wet chemistry

Spectrophotometry

Ion chromatography

Troubleshooting equipment

Education

Degree in Chemistry or equivalent

Job description

ABOUT YOU

You are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a strong foundation in chemistry and a desire to develop your career within a laboratory environment. Ideally educated to degree level (or equivalent) in Chemistry, you have practical experience in analytical techniques such as wet chemistry, spectrophotometry, ion‑selective electrodes (ISE), or ion chromatography, along with good IT literacy and confidence using laboratory systems. You are a proactive problem solver, capable of troubleshooting equipment and maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and compliance. A full driving licence is essential for occasional off‑site sampling duties, and experience in method validation or knowledge of standard job authorisation processes would be advantageous.

Required skills and experience

• Previous experience or education in Chemistry
• Method Validation experience would be advantageous
• Knowledge of the standard job authorisation process would be advantageous
• Experienced in troubleshooting equipment.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive Analytical/Chemical Process team within the aerospace sector, based on‑site in Derby. As a Laboratory Technician, you will play a key role in delivering accurate and timely chemistry testing, supporting operational processes, and contributing to method validation activities in line with ISO 17025 standards. Working in a collaborative and fast‑paced environment, you will gain hands‑on experience across a range of analytical techniques while developing your technical expertise. With flexible working hours across Monday to Friday and occasional weekend work, this role offers variety, responsibility, and strong potential for career growth within a dynamic and highly regulated industry.

Key activities

• Samples preparation and testing using approved procedures
• Supporting booking in laboratory jobs using local Laboratory Management booking system.
• Processing routine samples in line with SOPs, including Wet Chemistry (titrations), ISE, Spectrophotometry & Ion Chromatography testing.
• Processing samples related to local method validation in accordance with a schedule agreed with the development team and relevant Section Head.
• Ensuring calibration and overcheck standards for the methods used are maintained to an ISO 17025 standard.
• Being able to drive a van and deal with tank sampling duties from different customer sites when the main sampling driver is off work.

WHAT WE OFFER

Benefits include:

• Development and career opportunities around the globe
• Working in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against applicants, and all qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are proud to be a Real Living Wage employer, ensuring our colleagues are compensated in line with independently assessed living standards. We are also committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to support candidates and employees with disabilities or special needs.

Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement, and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies.