Microbiology Analyst

South East Water; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A water supply company in Farnborough seeks a microbiological analyst to perform and guide microbiological analysis ensuring clean water for customers. You will operate cutting-edge facilities and maintain high standards in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include data analysis, equipment maintenance, and adherence to laboratory standards. An NVQ level 3 qualification or above is required, with strong laboratory skills being essential. Competitive salary and benefits include 5 weeks holiday, pension scheme, and wellbeing perks.

Benefits

Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible annual leave policy

Paid volunteering days

Cycle to work scheme

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Wellbeing related benefits

Qualifications

• Ability to operate laboratory instrumentation and perform analysis accurately.
• Willingness to work towards full membership of a professional body.
• Experience in good laboratory practice is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure instrumentation operation and analysis align with the Laboratory Management system.
• Assist with maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Analyse data and complete laboratory paperwork.
• Maintain daily logs and ensure timely data entry.

Skills

Knowledge of good laboratory practice

Excellent numeracy and literacy skills

Computer literacy

Laboratory skills

Education

Relevant academic qualification at NVQ level 3 equivalent or above

Job description

Do you have a sound knowledge of microbiological analysis? Can you plan and prioritise effectively? If so, don’t miss this exciting opportunity…
We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for.
The hours for this role are a working window of 4pm to 2am. You will rotate between 4-12 and 6-2am shifts, receiving a 15% shift allowance. For the initial training period (around 6 months) you will work 12pm - 8pm.
You’ll take up this crucial role to perform and guide microbiological analysis to help provide reliably safe, clean wholesome water to our customers. Our microbiology team seek to detect faecal indicator bacterial species and protozoa in our water supply. The laboratory receives samples daily throughout the year. So, you’re focused, adaptable and maintain a high standard of quality.
In this role, you’ll analyse and interpret data, update systems and maintain equipment. You’ll take every step to ensure that analysis is performed accurately in line with our required standards and expected timeframes.
The capabilities of our laboratories are market leading. You’ll use cutting edge facilities and methods with our encouragement to share ideas and contribute to continuous improvement. We’re a commercially focused laboratory, we provide our services to private sector customers including other water companies. Expect a fast paced, busy and friendly work environment. If you’re dedicated and passionate then this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the success of our microbiology team.

Main responsibilities:

• Ensure that instrumentation is operated and analysis performed in line with the Laboratory Management system.
• Assist with the maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Analyse and interpret data, and complete all laboratory paperwork.
• Document information by maintaining daily logs and equipment.
• Ensure data is accurately entered into the Laboratory Information Management System within set timeframes.
• Ensure that the sample stability and turnaround for the given analysis is met.
• Help to prepare standards, reagents and Quality Control Samples in accordance with company internal procedures.
• Work towards being a competent person according to Regulation 16(2)(d)(i) of the Water Supply (Water Quality) Regulations 2016 (as amended) and actively pursue Continuing Professional Development.

What you’ll need:

Skills / Qualifications / Experience

• Knowledge of good laboratory practice.
• Relevant academic qualification or scientific subject at NVQ level 3 equivalent or above.
• Willingness to work towards full membership of a professional body.
• Excellent numeracy, literacy, computer literacy and laboratory skills to engage in robust analytical laboratory practice.

It will be a bonus if you have: Skills / Qualifications / Experience

• Previous knowledge and/or experience of good laboratory practice.

Employees are required to be flexible and to be prepared to perform duties and other tasks within their capabilities. The nature of our business is such that the contents of any job profile are subject to change from time to time.

We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for

We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That’s why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water.

Benefits package:

• Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution.
• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.
• Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave.
• Paid volunteering days.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Health cash plan.
• Life assurance.
• Wellbeing related benefits.

What can you expect from your recruitment?

• To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career’s website.
• It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water.
• Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.

If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, apply now!

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