Laboratory Technician – Microbiology
Imagine your future with us
At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.
When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive.
Our global team turns up each day with passion and commitment to do amazing things, always challenging our thinking to find ways to solve some of the world’s most complex problems for a safer, healthier world.
The Role
As a dedicated Laboratory Technician, you’ll dive into the fascinating world of microbiological testing!
Your role will involve performing microbiological analyses on food and environmental swabs, supporting testing procedures, ensuring efficient workflow, and adhering to good laboratory practices. You’ll prepare samples, plate, pour, and incubate them with top-notch aseptic techniques.
Additionally, you’ll ensure our equipment is in perfect working order, conduct daily microbiological checks, and actively participate in both internal and external quality control programs. Join us and be part of a team that values precision and excellence in every step!
Position
- Hours Per Week: 40
- Days Per Week: Rotational Shift of Sunday - Thursday Week 1: Sunday (09:00 – 18:00) Monday – Thursday (06:00 – 14:30) Week 2: Sunday (09:00 – 18:00) Monday – Thursday (14:30 – 23:00)
- Contract: Full Time and Permanent
- Annual Salary: £24,378
The day to day
- To perform work with a high level of accuracy, and ability to follow procedures
- To conform with all site quality management systems and health and safety procedures
- To perform analysis within the timescales required and ensure that result availability is in line with the method and client expectations
- To ensure that all records are completed concisely and accurately with paperwork written in clear handwriting
The Essentials
- Experience in a high throughput working environment
- Good IT skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Good organisational skills.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Be able to work under pressure.
Working at ALS
Our people drive our success at ALS.
We are a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other.
At ALS, you’ll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential. We invest in our people with a range of programs and provide opportunities across the company, giving our people scope to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders.
We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and the communities where we work.
Our Benefits Include
- Annual Leave commencing at 25 days (rising to 30) plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part time)
- Ability to Buy annual leave.
- Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme
- Salary Progression Scheme based on technical and behavioural competencies.
- ‘Celebrating Success’ Recognition Awards
- Perkbox membership providing access to discount vouchers and wellness hub.
- Learning/study support
- Group Personal Pension Plan
- Car Parking on-site
Everyone matters
ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.
About ALS
ALS is a global leader in scientific testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in more than 60 countries across a wide range of industries, including environment, food and beverage, mining, personal care, pharmaceutical, healthcare and equipment reliability. Using state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies, our dedicated international teams deliver the highest-quality testing services and personalised solutions supported by local expertise. We help our clients leverage the power of data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.
Eligibility
To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a British Citizen, Permanent Resident or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.
Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.
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