Senior Microbiology Analyst & Lab Team Lead (Evening Shift)

South East Water; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stakeholder pension

Holiday allowance

Flexible annual leave

Volunteer days

Cycle to work

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

South East Water is seeking an experienced Microbiology Senior Analyst to lead the Microbiology Section within our laboratory. The role includes supervising daily operations, conducting appraisals, and deputising for the Microbiology Team Leader when required.

The post involves developing and validating analytical methods, overseeing quality audits, and ensuring data integrity in the LIMS while adhering to HSE and company policies. This is an on-site role based in the Farnborough area.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Microbiology or other relevant scientific discipline.
• Skills in supervising, communicating, time management, problem solving and attention to detail.
• Previous experience in analytical laboratory work.
• Team management and training experience.

Responsibilities

• Make day-to-day operational decisions for the Microbiology team and deputise for the Microbiology Team Leader as needed.
• Report on microbiology and personnel issues and demonstrate competence in analytical processes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of the Laboratory and assist strategic development of Scientific Services.
• Conduct quality audits of internal practices to ensure compliance with the management system.
• Ensure timely completion of internal and external failure reports and non-conformities.
• Assist with development and validation of new analytical methods and provide resources for validation.
• Maintain instrumentation and perform routine maintenance as required.
• Ensure HSQ and Environmental aspects are respected and comply with HSE legislation and policies.
• Organise staff training on laboratory methods and conduct regular appraisals.

Skills

Supervision

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate degree in Microbiology

Job description

South East Water is seeking an experienced Microbiology Senior Analyst to lead the Microbiology Section within our laboratory. The role includes supervising daily operations, conducting appraisals, and deputising for the Microbiology Team Leader when required.

The post involves developing and validating analytical methods, overseeing quality audits, and ensuring data integrity in the LIMS while adhering to HSE and company policies. This is an on-site role based in the Farnborough area.