Laboratory Technician

Purpose of this role is to complete, to the required quality standards, the preparation of samples for a given method. To assist in the efficient day-to-day operation of the laboratory. To share the vision of providing the best possible quality to ensure each sample is processed with precision and accuracy. Full training 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.

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.

Provide a high level of internal and external customer care.

Maths, English, Science at GCSE grade C or above or equivalent

Experience in a fast paced working environment

Awareness of good laboratory practices

Enthusiasm, energy and a driven outlook

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:

Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement

Company Pension Plan

Life Assurance Scheme (4 times annual salary)

Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity Schemes

Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential

Health Cash Plan

Health and Wellbeing Programmes

Free parking

Worldwide career opportunities

We also have in place rewards recognising the great work out employees deliver, their dedicated service and celebrating special life events.

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.

Your data As part of any recruitment process, the company collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. The company is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations. Closing Date We reserve the right to close or extend this position depending on application numbers. Therefore we would urge candidates to submit an application as early as possible. Due to the high volume of applications we receive please be aware that if you do not receive a response within 4 weeks of the vacancy expiry date unfortunately, on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.

We support your development! Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.

We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer . We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.