ICP Technician — Geochemistry Lab Specialist

ALS; Loughrea; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Company pension & Private medical保险

Job summary

ALS Minerals operates a European hub lab in Loughrea, Co. Galway, and seeks ICP Technicians for its ICP Department. You will work with AAS, ICPAES and ICPMS instruments, following established methods and ensuring quality standards.

The role includes rotating day, evening and night shifts after training, with a fixed evening shift and occasional night rotation. Full-time 40 hours weekly, 12-month fixed term with potential permanent contract.

Qualifications

• Science degree required; chemistry background highly advantageous.
• Previous lab experience is advantageous though not essential.
• Rotating day/evening/night shifts once trained.
• Fixed evening shift (16:00-12:30) with occasional night rotation.

Responsibilities

• Operate analytical instruments such as AAS, ICPAES, ICPMS or similar.
• Follow analytical methods and published procedures.
• Ensure time-managed routine laboratory activities meet quality targets.
• Identify anomalies and report to Supervisor.
• Maintain housekeeping and manage consumables.
• Calibrate and maintain equipment to keep it fit for purpose.
• Complete records per ISO 17025 and INAB requirements.

Skills

Time management

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Science degree

Tools

AAS

ICPAES

ICPMS

Job description

ALS Minerals operates a European hub lab in Loughrea, Co. Galway, and seeks ICP Technicians for its ICP Department. You will work with AAS, ICPAES and ICPMS instruments, following established methods and ensuring quality standards.

The role includes rotating day, evening and night shifts after training, with a fixed evening shift and occasional night rotation. Full-time 40 hours weekly, 12-month fixed term with potential permanent contract.