Shift Analyst

Jobtailor; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Runcorn is seeking a skilled Analytical Chemist to provide 24/7 analytical service for site businesses, analyze samples to meet schedules, validate and report results, and maintain laboratory instruments.

The role requires degrees in chemistry-related fields and 3–5 years of analytical laboratory experience, with strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and excellent communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Degree level in chemistry, analytical chemistry or relevant science.
• 3–5 years analytical chemistry laboratory experience.
• Experience with chromatography and titrimetric techniques.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 analytical service to all Runcorn Site businesses.
• Analyse and retrieve samples to meet an agreed analytical schedule.
• Validate and report analytical results.
• Maintain and calibrate analytical instruments.
• Provide gas testing in support of safe entry requirements.
• Support wider team activities by providing flexible resource.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Degree in Analytical Chemistry

Degree in Relevant Science

Job description

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 analytical service to all Runcorn Site businesses
• Analyse and retrieve samples to meet an agreed analytical schedule
• Validate and report analytical results
• Maintain and calibrate analytical instruments
• Provide gas testing in support of safe entry requirements
• Support wider team activities by providing flexible resource

Requirements

• Degree level in chemistry / analytical chemistry / relevant science
• 3-5 years analytical chemistry laboratory experience
• Experienced in use of chromatography and titrimetric techniques
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in analytical chemistry, including chromatography and titrimetric techniques, while providing analytical services and maintaining instruments. Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills are essential for effective collaboration and resource management.

Certifications & Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry
• Degree in Analytical Chemistry
• Degree in Relevant Science