Job Description

Chilworth, Southampton SO16 7NS, UK

\xc2\xa325600 Per Annum Up to \xc2\xa325,600 DOE

Permanent

Health and Medicine, Scientific

18/08/2023

Dekra Process Safety are now recruiting for a Laboratory Technician \xe2\x80\x93 CPE!

Laboratory Technician \xe2\x80\x93 CPE

Location: DEKRA Process Safety, Southampton, Hampshire
Salary: Up to \xc2\xa325,600 DOE
Hours: 36.5 hours per week, Full time, Permanent

A career with DEKRA Process Safety is never dull and offers unlimited opportunities for people with the desire to succeed who want to work with a forward thinking, customer-focused company.

For over thirty years we have provided specialist services for the identification, analysis, prevention and management of fires, explosions and accidental chemical releases in the chemical and process industry.

Within the UK the company has fully equipped ISO & GLP compliant laboratory facilities on the outskirts of Southampton, in the beautiful setting of Southampton Science Park, and we are looking for an individual with the right calibre to join our friendly team.

As our Laboratory Technician you will be responsible for:

Working within the Process Safety Laboratories undertaking laboratory testing, problem solving, equipment maintenance & supporting the laboratory manager with a wide variety of laboratory processes.

Supporting the team with general laboratory duties, training and assistance in managing the workload.

In addition to this your main responsibilities will include:

Responsibility for the following GLP specific tasks:

• Knowledge of test SOP\xe2\x80\x99s.
• Conduct and planning of test system checks and calibrations and maintenance on equipment.
• Conduct tests and analysing results
• Movement/disposal of chemical samples using Globex database
• Backing-up and archiving of raw experimental study data.
• Training other staff to conduct tests (where competence level is acknowledged)
• Maintain own training record.

General Responsibilities:

• Ensuring the laboratories, at any given time, are maintained in a clean and safe condition.
• Ordering consumable items and chemicals for use in study experiments.
• Assist in the purchase of new laboratory equipment.
• Conduct & assist other team members with testing in the Laboratories (as specified in the individual training records).
• Liaise with customers to co-ordinate projects and relay results and interpretation.
• Modification of standard equipment as required for specific tests.
• Ensure that you and your team are aware of your responsibilities to uphold and enforce good health and safety practice at DEKRA UK Ltd. as defined for the roles under the Responsibilities section of document HS002 to meet the objectives of the company policy in HS001

Knowledge, Experience & Qualification:

• Science (preferably Chemistry or Chemical Engineering) related degree qualification
• Understanding of engineering principals, analytical and problem-solving skills, development and design skills
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Understanding of laboratory methodologies and practices, quantities and reactions of mixing chemicals and hazardous materials.
• Able to perform mathematical and scientific calculations
• Ability to identify work priorities and efficiently manage own workload
• Understanding of COSHH Health and Safety legislation, policies and procedures

You must also be able to demonstrate the following attributes:

• To provide professional and effective services internal/external
• To communicate courteously with internal and / or external customers
• To speak positively and enthusiastically about the company and its products
• To work as part of a team to achieve the departmental standards.
• To work together with other departments within DEKRA to identify any process improvements and improve standards, efficiency and profitability.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, click on \xe2\x80\x98APPLY\xe2\x80\x99 today!

No agencies please.

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