At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and test samples using approved procedures and support laboratory job bookings.
- Company: Join a supportive Analytical/Chemical Process team in the aerospace sector based in Derby.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working hours with strong potential for career growth in a regulated industry.
- Other info: A full driving licence is essential for occasional off-site sampling duties.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience across various analytical techniques while contributing to method validation activities.
- Qualifications: Degree level education in Chemistry and practical experience in analytical techniques are required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
You are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a strong foundation in chemistry and a desire to develop your career within a laboratory environment. Ideally educated to degree level (or equivalent) in Chemistry, you have practical experience in analytical techniques such as wet chemistry, spectrophotometry, ion-selective electrodes (ISE), or ion chromatography, along with good IT literacy and confidence using laboratory systems. You are a proactive problem solver, capable of troubleshooting equipment and maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and compliance. A full driving licence is essential for occasional off-site sampling duties, and experience in method validation or knowledge of standard job authorisation processes would be advantageous.
Required skills and experience:
- Developed IT skills
- Previous experience or education in Chemistry
- Method Validation experience would be advantageous
- Knowledge of the standard job authorisation process would be advantageous
- Experienced in troubleshooting equipment
This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive Analytical/Chemical Process team within the aerospace sector, based on-site in Derby. As a Laboratory Technician, you will play a key role in delivering accurate and timely chemistry testing, supporting operational processes, and contributing to method validation activities in line with ISO 17025 standards. Working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, you will gain hands-on experience across a range of analytical techniques while developing your technical expertise. With flexible working hours across Monday to Friday and occasional weekend work, this role offers variety, responsibility, and strong potential for career growth within a dynamic and highly regulated industry.
Key activities:
- Samples preparation and testing using approved procedures
- Supporting booking in laboratory jobs using local Laboratory Management booking system
- Processing routine samples in line with SOP's, including Wet Chemistry (titrations), ISE, Spectrophotometry
Level 2 Chemist employer: Intertek
This role is within a dynamic aerospace sector team in Derby, offering flexible hours and opportunities for career advancement. The company values safety, quality, and compliance, ensuring a supportive environment for professional growth.
