Qa-Jobs in Großbritannien

Our successful client in Cardiff is recruiting a Microbiology Field Lab Technician to support microbiological testing across UK customer sites, including oil refineries and marine/offshore engineering facilities.

The role involves travelling to sites to collect samples and conduct microbiological surveys, then returning samples to the Cardiff laboratory for analysis. Work may involve confined spaces, working at height, offshore locations, and all weather conditions, with flexible hours and early starts required. Overtime is available and paid.

Candidates with a microbiological lab or analyst background are encouraged to apply, including those looking to train into this specialist field.

• Collect samples and conduct microbiological surveys at client sites
• Provide technical and logistical supervision during site work
• Analyse samples in the Cardiff laboratory
• Prepare and approve technical reports
• Assist with Task Risk Assessments and COSHH assessments
• Deliver technical sampling training to customers

• Practical microbiology lab experience with strong analytical skills
• Experience of scientific sampling in industrial or environmental settings
• Ability to work independently and safely in hazardous environments
• Confident working in confined spaces, at height, offshore, and outdoors year‑round
• Strong problem‑solving, hazard identification, and technical report‑writing skills
• Good manual dexterity, eyesight, and physical capability
• Full UK driving licence

• Experience in refineries, terminals, offshore facilities, ships or dockyards
• Knowledge of QA/QC systems
• A-level or higher qualification in science (biological science preferred)

• Salary £27,500‑£30,000 DOE + overtime
• 35‑hour week
• State‑of‑the‑art laboratory
• Annual bonus and enhanced pension
• 24 days holiday + bank holidays
• Private healthcare
• Training, development, and career progression
• Regular staff and social events