Sampling Technician

LabRulez; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25–30 days + 8 holidays

Buy extra leave

Enhanced sick pay

Salary progression scheme

Perkbox membership

Learning/study support

Car parking on-site

Job summary

ALS is seeking a Sampling Technician based in Coventry to carry out environmental monitoring and sampling across the UK for commercial and key account clients, in line with company procedures and ISO17025 accreditation.

The role involves extensive driving in a temperature-controlled van, outdoor work in all weather, and delivery of samples to the Coventry laboratory. Weekend on-call for drinking water sampling is paid in addition to the base salary.

Qualifications

• Highly organised and self-motivated with strong attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and follow procedures.
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Willing to travel across the UK, with occasional overnight stays.
• Experience in environmental monitoring is desirable but not essential.
• Familiarity with Health & Safety and Quality Management System guidelines preferred.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking sampling of ground waters.
• Undertaking sampling of surface waters.
• Undertaking sampling of waste water.
• Undertaking sampling of potable waters.
• Undertaking sampling of gas.
• Carrying out on-site field-testing using calibrated scientific equipment.
• Accurate recording and reporting field data in line with ALS quality procedures.
• Ensuring ALS and client Health and Safety requirements, procedures and policies are adhered to.
• Transportation of samples in line with clearly defined temperature control requirements.
• Driving long distances in a safe, legal manner at all times whilst on the Public Highway.
• Adhering to all on site requirements when at customer sites.
• Being the "public face" for ALS and liaising with clients and on site contacts in a polite and professional manner.
• Ad hoc duties as required to ensure that the business directives are met.

Skills

Organised and detail-oriented

Independent work

Outdoor work readiness

UK driving licence

Willing to travel UK

Basic IT skills (Word, Excel)

Physically fit

Health & Safety awareness

Job description

ALS is a global leader in testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in a wide range of industries around the world. Using advanced technologies and innovative methods, we help our clients leverage data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.

Our people are the heart of our business, driving testing solutions and innovations to solve complex challenges and create lasting value for our clients. But most importantly, our people care – for each other and for the work we do. With over 20,000 team members across 70 countries, you’ll be part of a global network. Learn more about what makes our workplace great here.

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.

When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.

The Role

ALS is seeking a Sampling Technician, based in Coventry, to carry out environmental monitoring and sampling across the UK for both commercial and key account clients, in line with company procedures and ISO17025 accreditation.

Our clients range from one off jobs to long-term contracts requiring regular site visits. This role plays a key part in ensuring we meet client expectations with the right expertise and resource.

The position involves extensive driving using a temperature-controlled van to various sampling locations, from private homes to landfill sites, so you must be prepared to work outdoors in all weather. After sampling, specimens must be delivered to our Coventry laboratory, either directly or via courier drop-off points.

There is also a requirement for weekend on call cover for drinking water sampling on a standby rota, paid in addition to the base salary.

Do you have the skills required? If so, please read on!

• Days Per Week: Monday to Friday (08:00 - 16:00) plus standby and callout required
• Contract:Full Time & Permanent
• Location: Coventry

The Day to Day

Key accountabilities will include:

• Undertaking sampling of:
• ground waters
• surface waters
• waste water
• potable waters
• gas
• Carrying out on-site field-testing using calibrated scientific equipment
• Accurate recording and reporting field data in line with ALS quality procedures.
• Ensuring ALS and client Health and Safety requirements, procedures and policies are adhered to.
• Transportation of samples in line with clearly defined temperature control requirements.
• Driving long distances in a safe, legal manner at all times whilst on the Public Highway
• Adhering to all on site requirements when at customer sites.
• Being the "public face" for ALS and liaising with clients and on site contacts in a polite and professional manner.
• Ad hoc duties as required to ensure that the business directives are met.

The Essentials

• Highly organised and self-motivated, with strong attention to detail
• Able to work independently and follow procedures
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Willing to travel across the UK, with occasional overnight stays
• Experience in environmental monitoring is desirable but not essential
• Familiarity with Health & Safety and Quality Management System guidelines preferred

Our Benefits Include:

• Annual Leave commencing at 25 days (rising to 30) plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part time)
• Ability to Buy annual leave.
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme
• Salary Progression Scheme based on technical and behavioural competencies.
• Perkbox membership providing access to discount vouchers and wellness hub.
• Learning/study support
• Car Parking on-site

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.

Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.

At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us.

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.

Everyone Matters

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.

To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.