Laboratory Technician

• Analyse samples in accordance with appropriate analytical test procedures and within customer requirements and where appropriate record results

• Accurately entering laboratory test data into relevant IT system

• Help to build a good working relationship between colleagues, other teams and clients to reduce inefficiencies and capture all business opportunities.

• Report any Quality or Health and Safety issues the Laboratory Team Leader and register on the company\’s quality system.

• At all times, adopt a safe behavior by exercising due regard for the health and safety of yourself, colleagues and clients, in line with the company\’s policies and procedures

Skills & Knowledge

• Able to consistently follow written and verbal instructions.
• Able to organise and prioritise workload
• Able to work under own initiative and with a high degree of autonomy & maturity.
• Computer literate showing an ability to use IT systems.
• GCSE Science/Mathematics/English, or equivalent, grades A to C, Previous experience of working in a fast paced work environment, meeting exacting process and client demands.

We are SGS – the world\’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.

SGS\’s Industries and Environment services help businesses ensure safety, sustainability, and compliance through testing, inspection, certification, and consulting-supporting sectors from manufacturing to infrastructure and environmental management.

Benefits

• Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
• Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
• Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Retailer Discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
• Length of Service Awards
• Christmas Vouchers
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives
• Discounted Gym Membership

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.