Sample Coordination & Lab Operations

SGS; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading testing and certification company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Sample Co-ordinator. You will support the Laboratory Manager, ensuring high standards of analytical performance and compliance with ISO 17025. Responsibilities include monitoring operations, handling sample logistics, and implementing improvements. The ideal candidate has experience in laboratory environments, effective interpersonal skills, and a full UK driving licence. This role offers a competitive hourly wage and benefits, including a performance-related bonus and private medical cover.

Benefits

Performance related bonus

Private medical cover

Generous Annual Leave allowance

An additional day off for your birthday

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Length of Service Awards

Discounted Gym Membership

Qualifications

• Experience in sampling water and/or fuels.
• Experience in a UKAS accredited laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain laboratory operations, ensuring high standards.
• Register samples, track job completion, and manage disposal.
• Conduct diesel and water vessel sampling at client premises.
• Prepare sampling kits for offshore clients.
• Identify and implement improvements to operations.

Skills

Computer literacy in MS Packages

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Time management

Motivation and organization

Education

Full, current driving licence for the UK

Forklift truck driver’s licence

Dangerous Goods certificate

Job description

A leading testing and certification company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Sample Co-ordinator. You will support the Laboratory Manager, ensuring high standards of analytical performance and compliance with ISO 17025. Responsibilities include monitoring operations, handling sample logistics, and implementing improvements. The ideal candidate has experience in laboratory environments, effective interpersonal skills, and a full UK driving licence. This role offers a competitive hourly wage and benefits, including a performance-related bonus and private medical cover.