Water Microbiology Laboratory Technician

The purpose of this role is to complete, to the required quality standards, the preparation of samples for a given method and to assist in the efficient day-to-day operation of the laboratory.

This is a permanent position working 37.5 hours per week - Wednesday to Sunday 07:00 - 15:00.

Full training for this role is provided, no previous experience necessary.

• Preparation and analysis of water samples utilising good laboratory practice.


• Preparing and dispensing consumables


• Undergo training and follow laboratory SOPs and Safe Systems of Work


• Ensure samples received are handled in accordance with documented procedures, including attention to temperature control, storage and maintenance of sample integrity.


• Maintenance of accurate and systematic records as detailed in the quality procedures.


• Perform calibrations, daily checks and other quality related tasks as required.


• Work with the team to drive the laboratory forward through continuous improvement.


• Report any anomalies or concerns to direct report.


• Provide a high level of internal and external customer care.


• Comply with Health and Safety procedures keeping the working environment clean and tidy.


• Maintenance of laboratory fittings and equipment as directed.


• Ensure personal protective equipment is worn in accordance with the Health & Safety policy.
  
  GCSE educated in Maths, English, Science or above or equivalent.


• Experience in a fast paced working environment


• Awareness of good laboratory practices


• Enthusiasm, energy and a driven outlook
  
  Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.


Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.

At Eurofins we are growing, innovating and always learning. We celebrate the achievements of our employees through annual long service awards, recognise our colleagues special life events, and we are committed to charitable causes through global fundraising activities.

As a Eurofins employee you will benefit from:

• Life Assurance (4 times annual salary)


• Company Pension Plan


• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential support


• Free car parking


• Worldwide career opportunities


• Everyone who joins our team also gets access to Perkbox, allowing you to save money all year round. Whether its supermarket savings or days out, the daily coffee or a summer holiday - there's something to suit everyone's lifestyle


What Happens Next

Our people are the backbone of what we do, so it's incredibly important we find the right individuals to join us. As a potential new recruit you'll be invited to meet the team in the form of an assessment centre or a staged interview process dependent on the role and it's requirements, this will give you the opportunity to see what working for Eurofins is really like and enable us to get you know your key skills and strengths.