Senior Analyst

ALS; Hawarden; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Sick pay

Salary progression

Perkbox access

Pension plan

Car parking on-site

Learning support

Job summary

ALS Hawarden is seeking a Senior Analyst to support vital monitoring of the River Dee, a key waterway for local communities and wildlife. The role offers a 3 days on, 6 days off pattern with 18.7 hours per week, 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and a part-time permanent contract in Hawarden.

This position focuses on performing analytical testing on river samples, responding to incidents, and contributing to continuous service delivery throughout the year, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Passion for environmental protection and water quality.
• Strong teamwork and communication.
• Ability to follow set procedures and deliver accurate results under time pressure.
• Experience with GC-MS and HPLC is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing on river samples using manual and automated techniques to create Dee Situation Reports.
• Respond to environmental incidents by analysing pollution-related samples.
• Participate in an on-call rota to provide 24/7 service across the year.
• Identify opportunities to support and grow the service offering.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory instruments to ensure data integrity.

Skills

GC-MS analysis

HPLC analysis

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

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

Whether you’re looking to return to work or to a career in science, seeking greater flexibility, or ready to take a step back while continuing to use your analytical expertise, this could be the perfect opportunity. With a three-days-on, six-days-off shift pattern and 8-hour shifts from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., the role offers a balanced working pattern while allowing you to contribute to meaningful environmental work.

At ALS in Hawarden, we’re proud to be at the forefront of environmental testing in the region. We’re now looking for a dedicated Senior Analyst to join our team and support vital monitoring of the River Dee, a key waterway for both local communities and wildlife.

This unique opportunity is ideal for those passionate about environmental protection who are looking to return to work or science, develop their analytical skills, or benefit from a more flexible working pattern. Due to the rotating shift pattern, this role requires availability to work weekends, bank holidays and Christmas Day to help ensure service delivery every day of the year.the year.

About the Position

• Location: Hawarden
• Contract Type: Part-Time, Permanent
• Working Pattern: 3 days on, 6 days off
• Hours: 18.7 hours per week (6am-2pm)
• Salary: £15,419.68

The day to day

• Performing analytical testing on river samples using both manual and automated techniques to create Dee Situation Reports.
• Responding to environmental incidents by analysing pollution-related samples.
• Participating in an on-call rota to ensure we provide continuous 24/7 service across the year.
• Helping identify new opportunities to support and grow the service offering.
• Maintaining and calibrating laboratory instruments to ensure high standards of data integrity.

The Essentials

• A genuine passion for environmental protection and water quality.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Confidence in following set procedures and delivering accurate results under time pressure.
• Experience in GC-MS and HPLC analysis is highly desirable.
• A methodical and responsible approach, particularly when dealing with audits and regulatory requirements.
• Previous experience in organic analysis and hands-on work with laboratory instrumentation is advantageous.

Our benefits include

• Annual Leave commencing at 20 days, 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.
• ‘Celebrating Success’ Recognition Awards
• Perkbox membership providing access to discount vouchers and wellness hub.
• Learning/study support
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• 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.

Eligibility

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.