Microbiology Analyst (Daytime hours between 8-8pm) in Farnborough

Job Summary

Do you have a sound knowledge of microbiological analysis? Can you plan and prioritise effectively? If so, don’t miss this exciting opportunity… You’ll take up this crucial role to perform and guide microbiological analysis to help provide reliably safe, clean, wholesome water to our customers. Our microbiology team seeks to detect faecal indicator bacterial species and protozoa in our water supply. The laboratory receives samples daily throughout the year, so you’re focused, adaptable, and maintain a high standard of quality. In this role, you’ll analyse and interpret data, update systems, and maintain equipment. You’ll take every step to ensure that analysis is performed accurately in line with our required standards and expected timeframes. The capabilities of our laboratories are market-leading. You’ll use cutting‑edge facilities and methods with our encouragement to share ideas and contribute to continuous improvement. We’re a commercially focused laboratory, providing our services to private sector customers including other water companies. Expect a fast‑paced, busy, and friendly work environment. If you’re dedicated and passionate, then this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the success of our microbiology team. You’ll be required to work as part of a shift pattern covering the hours of 8am – 8pm, working 37 hours per week Monday – Friday.

Main responsibilities

• Ensure that instrumentation is operated and analysis performed in line with the Laboratory Management system.
• Assist with the maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Analyse and interpret data and complete all laboratory paperwork.
• Document information by maintaining daily logs and equipment.
• Ensure data is accurately entered into the Laboratory Information Management System within set timeframes.
• Ensure that the sample stability and turnaround for the given analysis is met.
• Assist to prepare standards, reagents and Quality Control Samples in accordance with company internal procedures.
• Work towards being a competent person according to Regulation 16(2)(d)(i) of the Water Supply (Water Quality) Regulations 216 (as amended) and to actively pursue Continued Professional Development.

Skills / Qualifications / Experience

• Relevant academic qualification or scientific subject at NVQ level 3 equivalent or above.
• Willing to work towards full membership of a professional body.
• Excellent numeracy, literacy, computer literacy and laboratory skills to engage in robust analytical laboratory practice.

Bonus

• Previous knowledge and/or experience of good laboratory practice.

Flexibility

Employees are required to be flexible and to be prepared to perform duties and other tasks within their capabilities. The nature of our business is such that the contents of any job profile are subject to change from time to time.

Inclusion

We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That’s why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water.

Benefits package

• Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution.
• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.
• Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave.
• Paid volunteering days.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Health cash plan.
• Life assurance.
• Wellbeing related benefits.

Compensation package £27,002