Technical Assessor - Occupational Hygiene

JR United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in occupational hygiene is seeking a Technical Assessor to join their team. The role involves evaluating testing processes and ensuring compliance with quality standards in laboratories throughout the UK. Ideal candidates will have significant expertise and a strong background in the field, providing a unique opportunity for professional development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in occupational hygiene.
• Knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation and quality systems.
• Familiarity with analytical procedures for various occupational hygiene samples.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise for robust assessments in testing labs across the UK.
• Evaluate quality control in analytical techniques related to occupational hygiene.
• Communicate effectively with laboratory staff and management.

Skills

Quality control

Analytical techniques

Interpersonal skills

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31.05.2025

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Role: Technical Assessor - Occupational Hygiene

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Location: Remote, UK coverage

We are currently looking for an Independent Analytical Chemistry Technical Assessor in Occupational Hygiene. Our external Technical Assessors are a crucial part of the UKAS assessment process, providing UKAS with the essential expertise required to deliver robust assessments in testing for labs across the UK.

Suitable applicants would have experience in occupational hygiene and must have the following background:

• Have a depth of understanding of quality control in a range of applicable analytical techniques.
• Worked in a ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited testing laboratory.
• Knowledge of sampling and sample handling procedures as related to occupational hygiene.
• Knowledge of national and international standard methods and specifications (e.g. MDHS, BS, EN, ISO, ASTM methods) for relevant sampling procedures.
• Knowledge of analytical procedures applicable to different types of occupational hygiene samples to determine composition and chemical and physical properties.
• Knowledge and understanding of AQC techniques (Spike recovery, Surrogate Standards, Shewhart Charts, etc…).
• Knowledge of relevant (Certified) Reference Materials.
• Knowledge of validation techniques, particularly those utilised in the sector.

Key Skills:

Have at least 5 years of practical experience working within an occupational hygiene role.

Relevant experience in the chemical analysis of occupational hygiene samples, for example, a background in this industry or a general chemistry background that includes experience in occupational hygiene analysis. Assessors should have a good understanding of the methods used for occupational hygiene testing and the regulations and requirements of the testing activities.

Possess up-to-date and detailed knowledge relevant to your field of expertise including industry standard methods and relevant sector schemes.

Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, being able to communicate effectively with laboratory staff, management, and their customers at all levels.

Proven experience of working to and inputting to a ISO/IEC 17025:2017 quality system

Some experience in internal or external auditing would be beneficial.

Becoming a technical assessor for UKAS provides a unique and rewarding opportunity for industry professionals to expand your skills and enhance your career either alongside your current permanent role or as an independent

consultant.

To find out more about the opportunity follow the link:

https://www.ukas.com/about-us/careers/independent-technical-assessors/

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