Water Microbiology Technician – Legionella & QA Expert

Eurofins UK Environment Testing; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement

Company Pension Plan

Life Assurance Scheme

Healthcare Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Health and Wellbeing Programmes

Worldwide career opportunities

Job summary

Eurofins UK Environment Testing in Sheffield is seeking a diligent laboratory analyst to perform microbiological testing of water samples, record results and ensure reporting meets company standards.

You will work with the team to maintain safety, quality procedures and timely turnaround, training others where required, and supporting continuous improvement while handling confidential data.

Qualifications

• Maths, English, Chemistry or Biology at GCSE grade C or above or equivalent.
• Knowledge of microbiological testing methods and laboratory safety protocols.
• Experience in a laboratory setting, preferably in the food or water sector.
• Experience working under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Good laboratory skills and practices.
• Computer literate.
• Enthusiastic and able to work efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and organisation skills.
• Good communication skills and a team player.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological testing analysis, identify colony morphologies for all test types.
• Enter results into the Laboratory IT system and ensure correct reporting.
• Work with quality procedures and custody records.
• Support daily quality tasks such as calibration checks and quality checks.
• Ensure timely turnaround and confidentiality in reporting.
• Collaborate with team members and assist training where required.
• Maintain aseptic, clean working environment and high hygiene standards.
• Take responsibility for training records and continuous improvement.

Skills

Maths

English

Chemistry

Biology

Team Player

Attention to Detail

Organised

Computer Literate

Education

GCSE Maths/English/Science grade C or above or equivalent

Job description

Eurofins UK Environment Testing in Sheffield is seeking a diligent laboratory analyst to perform microbiological testing of water samples, record results and ensure reporting meets company standards.

You will work with the team to maintain safety, quality procedures and timely turnaround, training others where required, and supporting continuous improvement while handling confidential data.