Water Quality Laboratory Analyst

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days holiday

Generous pension scheme

Health & wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Thames Water Utilities Limited in Reading seeks a Laboratory Analyst to perform water sample analysis, report results, and maintain high quality and compliance in a regulated environment.

The role is 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with standby rota. It is a permanent, full-time position with a salary of £28,830 per annum and a strong benefits package including 24 days holiday, pension, and wellbeing programs.

Qualifications

• A scientific degree or laboratory experience is required.
• LCMS/GCMS knowledge is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and data integrity in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out laboratory analysis of water samples and report results within required turnaround times.
• Follow laboratory procedures and quality management systems for accurate testing.
• Identify and escalate anomalies that could affect test validity.
• Maintain clear laboratory records and ensure data integrity.
• Support departmental targets for sample completion and reporting.
• Assist colleagues and manage workload to achieve laboratory targets.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and laboratory projects.

Skills

Scientific degree

Attention to detail

Data integrity

Regulated environment

Teamwork

Education

Science degree or equivalent

Tools

LCMS

GCMS

Job description

Thames Water Utilities Limited in Reading seeks a Laboratory Analyst to perform water sample analysis, report results, and maintain high quality and compliance in a regulated environment.

The role is 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with standby rota. It is a permanent, full-time position with a salary of £28,830 per annum and a strong benefits package including 24 days holiday, pension, and wellbeing programs.