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lab technician Hook, South East England, England

Palace International Ltd. (trading as Spectro | Jet-Care)

Full Time Hook, South East England, England 27500 - 20319 GBP ANNUAL Today

Job description

Palace International Ltd. (trading as Spectro | Jet-Care), has been at the forefront of condition monitoring services since 1976. Spectro | Jet-Care offer a comprehensive range of services – Oil, Hydraulic Fluid, Fuel, Debris, and Filter Analysis, and Engine Trend Monitoring by Gas Path Analysis – all developed to identify operational issues at the earliest possible stage. With over 47 years’ experience and specialist knowledge our unique partnership approach, enables clients to rigorously monitor the condition of equipment - clearly, accurately and efficiently. Spectro | Jet-Care has customers in more than 140 countries.

Due to continued success, growth, and new services, vacancies are available in our ISO 17025 accredited chemical laboratory at Odiham, Hampshire. These are for permanent, full time positions across all levels ranging from opportunities for inexperienced, entry level technicians, to more senior chemists requiring technical backgrounds and commercial laboratory analytical experience. For the right candidates, positions have scope for career development and advancement within the laboratory.

The work involves preparation and testing samples of oil, lubricants, fuel, etc., and for senior positions, reporting of the results to Clients, in line with Quality Assurance Standards. Full on-the-job training and instruction required to carry out these duties, will be provided. Some of the duties are listed below:

preparation of chemical solvent and control/calibration of samples;
preparation of test samples and sample testing;
maintaining quality control checks;
interpreting test results;
maintaining good laboratory practices and assisting with general housekeeping duties;
disposal of used chemicals and test samples.

We are looking for applicants who are enthusiastic, motivated, with a willingness to learn, who are able to use their initiative, and think independently. The successful candidate should:

have an interest in Chemistry - for more senior positions should have a degree in a scientific discipline, normally Chemistry;
for senior positions should normally have a technical background and analytical experience in the oil industry and commercial laboratories;
be a careful and methodical worker;
be able to work to deadlines;
have neat handwriting and a good standard of both Maths and English;
be PC literate, and have some experience in the use of Microsoft Office;
be able to work in a team and to communicate with all levels of staff; and for more senior positions, Clients;
be familiar with and committed to quality assurance.

Starting salaries range from £20,319 to £27,500 pa subject to skills, qualifications, and experience. These are reviewed after successful completion of the probation period and yearly thereafter.

The working hours are:

Option 1: Monday to Friday, 37½ hours per week, 7½ hours plus a one-hour unpaid lunch break per day. Fixed-permanently as a Very Late Shift 3:30 pm to 0:00 am (midnight). Whilst working the Very Late Shift, an allowance equivalent to an additional 5 hours per week shall be paid (approx. 13.2% of salary).

Option 2: The hours will be arranged in a four-week rota, as follows:

Two weeks in four, working Monday to Friday, 37½ hours per week, 7½ hours plus a one-hour unpaid lunch break per day, normal daytime start and end times as agreed with the manager/supervisor.
One week in four will include a normal 7½ hour working day on the Saturday, currently 8:00 am to 4:00 pm including a ½ hour unpaid lunch break, with one day taken off in lieu during the week or the following week.
One week in four will include late shift working Monday to Friday, currently 1:30 pm – 10:00 pm, including a one-hour unpaid lunch break.

Option 3: Monday to Friday, 37½ hours per week, 7½ hours plus a one-hour unpaid lunch break per day. Fixed-permanently as a Very Early Shift 5:00 am to 1:30 pm. Whilst working the Very Early Shift, an allowance equivalent to an additional 2½ hours per week shall be paid (approx. 6.6% of salary).

You will be joining a stable and well-established organisation, in state-of-the-art offices, offering a very comfortable working environment, with a purpose-built laboratory facility. In the busy laboratory and your day-to-day tasks, over time you will have the opportunity to use a variety of test methods and equipment. Other benefits include annual leave 28 days rising to 33 days pa pro-rata (inclusive of Bank/Public holidays), Company sick pay, work related contributory pension scheme, free Wi-Fi, and on-site parking.

Please apply indicating which option(s) you are interested in, with your latest detailed CV, a covering note, and an indication of your salary expectations.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £20,319.00-£27,500.00 per year

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