Sampling Technician

SRG; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organisation in the utilities sector is seeking a Sampling Support Officer in Bangor. This temporary position involves maintaining water quality standards, collecting samples, and ensuring compliance with ISO regulations. Ideal candidates should have strong attention to detail, IT skills, and a full driving licence. This role is an excellent opportunity to contribute to public health and environmental protection.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in sampling or water treatment (preferred but not essential).
• Holds GCSEs in English, Maths, and Science (or equivalent experience).
• Confident using IT systems (Word, Excel, Outlook, LIMS).

Responsibilities

• Collect, store, and transport water and wastewater samples.
• Schedule sampling runs and liaise with customers.
• Maintain and calibrate field testing equipment.

Job description

Overview

Our client, a leading organisation in the utilities sector, is seeking a Sampling Support Officer to support water quality and compliance operations. This office role involves maintaining equipment to ISO standards and ensuring accurate documentation. Ideal for candidates with strong attention to detail, good IT skills, and a full driving licence, this is a great opportunity to contribute to public health and environmental protection.

Title: Sampling Support Officer
Location: Bangor
Contract Type: Temporary (6 months)
Driving Licence Required

Are you looking for a hands-on role in environmental compliance and water quality? Our client, a leading organisation in the utilities sector, is seeking a Sampling Support Officer to join their Quality Policy and Compliance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a keen eye for detail, a methodical approach, and a passion for protecting public health and the environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, store, and transport water and wastewater samples across regulatory and non-regulatory programmes.
• Schedule sampling runs and liaise with customers to arrange appointments.
• Maintain and calibrate field testing equipment to ISO/IEC 17025 standards.
• Support audits, quality checks, and non-conformance investigations.
• Monitor vehicle conditions and sample storage temperatures.
• Participate in standby rotas and daily team debriefs.

Candidate Profile

• Experience in sampling or water treatment (preferred but not essential).
• Recent degree in a related subject.
• Holds GCSEs in English, Maths, and Science (or equivalent experience).
• Confident using IT systems (Word, Excel, Outlook, LIMS).
• Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Holds a full UK driving licence and is willing to travel.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates
• Training and development opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to contribute to public health and environmental protection

Interested?
Apply today to join a high-performing team making a real impact in water quality and compliance.

Keywords: sampling, compliance, ISO17025, water, wastewater, scheduling, equipment, documentation, auditing, non-conformance, fieldwork, performance, quality, transport, calibration

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