Advanced Chemistry & Research- Analyst Burton upon Trent, England
Job description
Analyst, SOCOTEC, £22,000+, Bretby, Burton on Trent
This is an exciting opportunity for an Analyst to join an enthusiastic team supporting the Advanced Chemistry and Research department in our Environmental Science Sector, within the UK’s number one supplier of testing, inspection and compliance services.
The Advanced Chemistry and Research department offers analysis to a wide range of different industries and professions. Our analysis is undertaken to provide information for personal health and environmental concerns, as well as helping to ensure quality in various manufacturing sectors. We have a long history of developing bespoke methods to meet customers’ requirements or to carry out chemical investigations to help understand unknown materials.
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced metals analyst to join our team at SOCOTEC Advanced Chemistry & Research. The successful candidate will be responsible for the analysis of a wide range of samples for metal content using a variety of analytical techniques.
As a metals analyst at SOCOTEC, you will be responsible for sample preparation, instrument calibration, and the analysis of samples using techniques including ICP-MS and ICP-OES. You will also be responsible for the interpretation of data and the preparation of reports for clients.
We are looking for an analyst to join our Environmental Science Division, who will:
Be able to perform analytical duties without supervision to the required productivity and quality specifications after receiving full training.- Maintain good laboratory practice at all times, following methods, standard operating procedures, local rules and regulations, maintain equipment and safe working procedures.
- Be aware of and conform to the Laboratory Quality system, specifically UKAS (ISO17025) and MCERTS requirements.
- Project a professional, courteous image and support the business culture and codes of practice at all times.
Here at SOCOTEC, we deliver excellence to our customers by recruiting and retaining the very best industry talent. To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate:
- Good communication at all levels with good organisational skills.
- Experience of Chemistry laboratory procedures, principles and methods.
- Problem solving abilities and to be able to make sound decisions.
- Client focus and a drive for quality and improvement.
SOCOTEC is the UK's leading provider of testing, inspection and certification services. We offer an unrivalled range of technical expertise and services throughout the UK and worldwide. By joining us, you’ll be part of a 1,800+ strong team, where we will provide you with both the flexibility and a host of opportunities. We are committed to personal and professional development, and you will be supported and mentored at every step of your journey with us. You will join a large team of industry-leading, expert professionals and receive exposure to some of the best opportunities available.
As well as a competitive salary, we can offer you a wide range of benefits including, 25 days holiday with the opportunity to buy more. Where applicable we also offer an electric car scheme, employee recognition schemes, family friendly support, employee benefits and discounts app, employee assistance programmes and enhanced company pension.
Think you have what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.
Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC; it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.
