Inorganic Chemistry Lab Scientist - Drinking Water Testing

Uisce Éireann Irish Water; Limerick; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Uisce Éireann is seeking a Laboratory Scientist – Inorganic Chemistry in Drinking Water to support the quality service, perform sample preparation, analyses and reporting under ISO17025 and EPA standards.

The role involves day-to-day laboratory operations, participation in rosters including weekends/public holidays, and collaboration across the STS and UE teams to achieve strategic objectives while upholding HSQE standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with delivery of a high-quality service to UÉ and its customers, with processes complying with the requirements of the EPA, INAB, ISO17025 standards, regulatory requirements, and the management system.
• Responsible for the analysis of clean samples for chemical analyses in their area.
• Participate in the weekend and public holiday roster within the Chemistry laboratories when required, per approved rotas.
• Participate in the development, verification, and validation of new and existing methodologies for the analysis of waters and related samples in UÉ, as required.
• Responsible for participation in proficiency testing (PT) Schemes in their area.
• Drive cost efficiency and quality, challenging and developing solutions for improvements to existing practices and adopting industry best practice.
• Timely reporting, review, and authorisation of laboratory test results (including statements of conformity where applicable) in their department, in compliance with the Quality System, ISO17025 and regulatory requirements.
• Undertake and participate in risk assessments (H&S and operational) in their area, according to ISO17025, UÉ and QMS requirements, as required.
• Participate in internal audits according to ISO17025 and QMS requirements, as required.
• Undertake and participate in nonconforming work investigations according to ISO17025 and QMS requirements, as required.
• Perform equipment trouble shooting, maintenance and checks as trained and directed, ensuring the equipment is fit for purpose, in compliance with ISO 17025.
• Preparation of standards and quality controls and monitoring of performance (for example, control charts, calibration curves) in their area, as required.
• Establish and maintain positive, professional working relationships with the Laboratory team and supporting UÉ HR policies and initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with Line Manager, team and with wider STS and UE stakeholders to deliver strategic objectives.
• Monitor and report KPIs for processes as assigned.
• Responsible for carrying out any other duties which the Technical Manager may reasonably request.
• Adhere to all HSQE plans, policies and procedures.

Job description

Uisce Éireann is seeking a Laboratory Scientist – Inorganic Chemistry in Drinking Water to support the quality service, perform sample preparation, analyses and reporting under ISO17025 and EPA standards.

The role involves day-to-day laboratory operations, participation in rosters including weekends/public holidays, and collaboration across the STS and UE teams to achieve strategic objectives while upholding HSQE standards.