Twilight Microbiology Analyst — 4 on/4 off, 28h

South East Water Limited; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible annual leave policy

Paid volunteering days

Cycle to work scheme

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Wellbeing related benefits

Job summary

South East Water Limited is seeking an experienced Microbiology Analyst to perform complex microbiological analyses and guide data interpretation of faecal indicator bacteria and protozoa. The role operates within our Laboratory Management System and supports Microbiology and Cryptosporidium sections.

The position runs a 28-hour week on a 4 days on/4 days off twilight shift (17:00–02:00) with a 1-hour break and a 15% allowance.

Qualifications

• Relevant academic qualification or scientific subject at NVQ level 3 equivalent or above.
• Willing to work towards full membership of a professional body.
• Excellent numeracy, literacy, computer literacy and laboratory skills to engage in robust analytical laboratory practice.
• It will be a bonus if you have: Previous knowledge and/or experience of good laboratory practice.
• Employees are required to be flexible and to be prepared to perform duties and other tasks within their capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that instrumentation is operated and analysis performed in line with the Laboratory Management system.
• Assist with the maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Analyse and interpret data and complete all laboratory paperwork.
• Document information by maintaining daily logs and equipment.
• Ensure data is accurately entered into the Laboratory Information Management System within set timeframes.
• Ensure that the sample stability and turnaround for the given analysis is met.
• Assist to prepare standards, reagents and Quality Control Samples in accordance with company internal procedures.
• Work towards being a competent person according to Regulation 16(2)(d)(i) of the Water Supply (Water Quality) Regulations 216 (as amended) and to actively pursue Continued Professional Development.

Skills

Microbiology

Data analysis

Planning skills

Laboratory skills

Education

NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Job description

South East Water Limited is seeking an experienced Microbiology Analyst to perform complex microbiological analyses and guide data interpretation of faecal indicator bacteria and protozoa. The role operates within our Laboratory Management System and supports Microbiology and Cryptosporidium sections.

The position runs a 28-hour week on a 4 days on/4 days off twilight shift (17:00–02:00) with a 1-hour break and a 15% allowance.