Sample Management Technician

Core Laboratories; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Laboratories is seeking a Sample Management Technician to operate from the Sample Management workshop. You will prepare various sampling cylinder types, book in samples, place them into storage, and arrange dispatch to third parties while maintaining accurate records and compliance with company standards.

You will support other technical departments as required, assist with QA procedures, and contribute to safety, quality, and timely delivery in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory, warehouse, or sample handling environment.
• Manual driving license desirable.
• Forklift license desirable.
• Dangerous goods qualifications advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Clean, inspect and redress cylinder types according to procedures.
• Book in samples, assign storage locations and store appropriately.
• Remove terminated samples and arrange disposal after consulting senior staff.
• Prepare equipment/materials for off-site use as required.
• Maintain an accurate tracking record of all cylinder movements.
• Follow documented procedures and work instructions.
• Identify and report non-conformances using approved systems and support corrective actions.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Perform additional duties with adaptability and commitment to excellence.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Prioritization

MS Office

Education

Standard qualifications or relevant experience

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Summary

The Sample Management Technician will operate from Sample Management workshop and is responsible for the preparation of various sampling cylinder types, booking in, placement into storage, internal distribution and dispatch to third parties of process samples The role requires flexibility to support other technical departments, including fluid analysis, core analysis, rock properties, and wellsite services, as needed. The individual will follow approved procedures, ensuring high-quality data collection, documentation, and compliance with company standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Clean, inspect and redress various cylinder types in line with documented procedures.
• Book in samples, assign storage locations and store appropriately.
• Remove terminated samples from storage, consolidate and advise senior staff so that disposal can be arranged.
• As requested, prepare equipment / materials required for off-site use.
• Maintain an accurate tracking record of all cylinder / sample movements.
• To perform all assigned tasks according to documented procedures or work instructions.
• To be fully aware of time allocated for each task and perform within allocated time schedule.
• To perform all tasks in accordance with approved QA procedures.
• To revert to Senior staff before commencing work if instructions are unclear.
• Handle confidential Company and client materials and data with integrity and discretion.
• To complete all worksheets, data forms, records, and administrative forms legibly and to distribute or file these in the appropriate location.
• Identify and report Non-Conformances using the approved reporting systems and support corrective actions.
• Work collaboratively with different departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, demonstrating adaptability and a commitment to operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Educated to standard/higher grade, or relevant experience.
• Previous experience in a laboratory, warehouse, or sample handling environment is desired.
• Manual driving license is desired.
• Forklift license is desired.
• Any dangerous goods qualifications would be advantageous.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Skilled in setting and managing priorities to meet tight deadlines.
• Give commitment to ongoing improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and delivery performance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

COMPETENCIES

• Technical Accuracy: Follows procedures accurately and performs technical tasks with precision and care.
• Reliability: Demonstrates consistency and dependability in completing routine tasks on time.
• Attention to Detail: Maintains high standards for sample labelling, storage, and documentation.
• Team Collaboration: Works cooperatively with colleagues and supports team efforts across departments.
• Health & Safety Awareness: Follows safety protocols and reports unsafe practices or incidents immediately.
• Adaptability: Willing to take on varied tasks and support different functions as needed.
• Leading Self: has a self-awareness of how actions are perceived and how to respond to feedback. Leading with empathy towards others and understanding the world from their point of view.

Other Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee may be asked to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position resides within a normal office working environment. International travel will be required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee may also be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals in some work areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Core Laboratories, including all of its affiliated and related entities, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. Employment decisions are made regardless of characteristics including, but not limited to, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, religion, genetic information, protected veteran or uniformed service member status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable law.