Twilight Water Microbiology Analyst

South East Water; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Holiday entitlement (5 weeks)

Cycle to work

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Job summary

South East Water in the UK is seeking a Microbiology Analyst to perform and guide complex microbiological analyses, detecting faecal indicator bacteria and protozoa to ensure safe, clean water for customers and partners.

You will work 37 hours with twilight shifts (16:00–02:00) 15% allowance, operate and maintain laboratory equipment and LIMS, document daily logs, and support both the microbiology and Cryptosporidium sections, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Qualified to A-level or an equivalent standard or someone with relevant experience.
• Excellent numeracy, literacy, computer literacy and robust laboratory practice.
• A desire to learn and develop professionally.

Responsibilities

• Operate instrumentation in accordance with the Management System.
• Maintain preparatory equipment and logs.
• Enter data into the Laboratory Information Management System accurately and on time.
• Report quality issues to senior staff promptly.
• Assist with reagents preparation and quality controls.
• Ensure good laboratory practice and housekeeping.

Skills

A-level or equivalent

Numeracy

Literacy

Computer literacy

Education

A-level or equivalent

Tools

LIMS

Job description

South East Water in the UK is seeking a Microbiology Analyst to perform and guide complex microbiological analyses, detecting faecal indicator bacteria and protozoa to ensure safe, clean water for customers and partners.

You will work 37 hours with twilight shifts (16:00–02:00) 15% allowance, operate and maintain laboratory equipment and LIMS, document daily logs, and support both the microbiology and Cryptosporidium sections, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.