Sampling Technician

ALS is seeking a Sampling Technician, based around M25 corridor, to carry out environmental monitoring and sampling across the UK for both commercial and key account clients, in line with company procedures and ISO17025 accreditation.

Our clients range from one off jobs to long-term contracts requiring regular site visits. This role plays a key part in ensuring we meet client expectations with the right expertise and resource.

The position involves extensive driving using a temperature-controlled van to various sampling locations, from private homes to landfill sites, so you must be prepared to work outdoors in all weather. After sampling, specimens must be delivered to our Coventry laboratory, either directly or via courier drop-off points.

There is also a requirement for weekend on call cover for drinking water sampling on a standby rota, paid in addition to the base salary.

Do you have the skills required? If so, please read on!

Hours Per Week: 37 Days Per Week: Monday to Friday (08:00 - 16:00) plus standby and callout required

Contract: Full Time & Permanent Annual Salary: £26,509 + £2000 Location Allowance Location: M25 Corridor Hiring Manager: Simon Aldridge

The Day to Day

Key accountabilities will include:

Undertaking sampling of – ground waters surface waters trade effluent waste water potable waters gas legionella dust

ground waters

surface waters

trade effluent

waste water

potable waters

gas

legionella

dust

Carrying out on-site field-testing using calibrated scientific equipment

Accurate recording and reporting field data in line with ALS quality procedures.

Ensuring ALS and client Health and Safety requirements, procedures and policies are adhered to.