Role Details
"Salary - £24,637
Work Type - Onsite
Job Location - Lingley Mere - Laboratories, Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP
Role Type - Permanent
Employment Type - Full Time
Working Hours -
United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.
We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.
We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.
We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution."
Job Purpose
We are looking to recruit a proficient laboratory assistant working within the Life Sciences laboratory production environment contributing towards the day to day delivery of analytical outputs. The role entails undertaking sample preparation and straightforward analytical techniques whilst operating within a tightly regulated Quality System and satisfying the requirements of customers and regulators.
Job Accountabilities
- Operating within a team of 20 to 30 with no budget control or direct reports.
- Working to a defined Quality system whilst adhering to tight deadlines with varying sample volumes and complying with the needs of the customer and changing regulatory standards
- Operating within a team environment and supporting activities according to best practice procedures as detailed in the Quality System.
- Assist in the maintenance of equipment used to undertake preparation and straightforward analysis tasks.
- Maintenance of own knowledge in line with best practice and changing regulatory standards including Continuing Professional Development.
- Straightforward technical activities to facilitate learning and development.
Knowledge and Skills
- 5 GCSEs (A-C in Maths, English and Science/technology subject).
- Previous laboratory experience would be advantageous with a basic understanding of ISO 17025, ISO 5667- part 3 and all other related regulatory requirements.
- Technical Adept with IT systems, tools and databases including Nautilus, TAPS, Word, and Excel.
- Good communication skills and planning and organisations skills.
- Self motivated to deliver a highly flexible sample preparation and analytical service within a changing environment including flexibility in working hours/practices.