Do you want to play your part in assuring water quality for 4.4 million people across the UK? Can you plan and prioritise effectively? If so, don’t miss this exciting opportunity…
We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for.
As an Inorganic Chemistry Analyst, you’ll be joining our Water Quality team to prepare and perform routine and non-routine trace analysis using state of the art analytical instrumentation. The role will also involve data interpretation, maintenance, organising workloads and assisting in the implementation of new methodologies.
We will encourage you to seek professional qualifications that will further your understanding and knowledge of Water Supply Regulations. As such, you will need a minimum of an NVQ Level 3 or above (or relevant academic qualification) in a scientific subject, to seek and eventually obtain full membership of the relevant professional body.
The capabilities of our laboratories are marking leading, and we are currently undergoing an expansion of our operations. You’ll be surrounded by modern facilities and encouragement to share ideas to help implement new methods. We also have a career progression scheme with the opportunity to increase your base salary up to £27,891 as you expand your knowledge and expertise.
You’ll grow a career with a meaningful purpose. Be you, belong and be valued.
- Come to work to feel safe, valued and trusted.
- We’ll encourage you to create and pursue new opportunities for personal growth.
- A place to be the real you, build deeper connections and enjoy a sense of belonging.
- Be invested in helping us to create a sustainable water supply for now, and in the future.
What will you be responsible for delivering?
- You’ll ensure that instrumentation is operated and analysis performed in line with the Laboratory Management system.
- You’ll assist with the maintenance and troubleshooting of Chromatographic, Spectrophotometric, Colorimetric and preparatory equipment.
- You’ll analyse and interpret data, calculate results and complete all laboratory paperwork.
- You’ll document information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
- You’ll ensure data is accurately entered into the Laboratory Information Management System within set timeframes.
- You’ll ensure that the sample stability and turnaround for the given analysis is met.
- You’ll help to prepare standards, reagents and Quality Control Samples in accordance with company internal procedures.
- You’ll work towards being a competent person according to Regulation 16(2)(d)(i) of the Water Supply (Water Quality) Regulations 2016 (as amended) and to actively pursue Continued Professional Development
What do you bring to the role?
- You’ll have existing knowledge of good laboratory practice.
- You have a relevant academic qualification or scientific subject at NVQ level 3 equivalent or above.
- You’ll be willing to work towards full membership of the professional body.
- You have excellent numeracy, literacy, computer literacy and laboratory skills to engage in robust analytical laboratory practice.
What can you expect from us?
- This role will be based at our Laboratory in Farnborough, Hampshire.
- Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution
- 25 days holiday entitlement, rising to a maximum of 30 days with length of service
- Cycle to work scheme
- Health cash plan
- Life assurance
- Wellbeing related benefits
Everyone needs water, South East Water welcomes everyone.
We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That’s why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water.
What you can expect from Recruitment
- To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our careers website.
- Unfortunately, we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.
- It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water.
- Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.
- If you require assistance / adjustments to engage with our recruitment process and to ensure you're able to compete on equal terms, please contact the recruitment team via [email protected]
If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, apply now!