Laboratory Assistant

United Utilities is hiring a Laboratory Assistant for a permanent, full-time onsite role in Warrington, England, with a salary of £25,746. The position involves sample preparation, straightforward analytical techniques, and adherence to a Quality System. The company emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and employee growth, offering benefits such as generous leave, a competitive pension scheme, and health plans. The role requires teamwork and compliance with regulatory standards.
Salary - £25,746

Work Type - Onsite

Job Location - Lingley Mere - Laboratories, Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP

Role Type - Permanent

Employment Type - Full Time

Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week

United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.

Benefits
• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
• MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
• Best Doctors
• Salary Finance
• Wealth at Work courses
• Deals and discounts
• EVolve Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Mental health first aiders
• ShareBuy
• MORE Choices flexible benefits
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

Job Purpose

A proficient laboratory assistant working within the laboratory production environment, contributing towards the day to day delivery of analytical outputs. Operating within a tightly regulated Quality System, whilst satisfying the requirements of customers and regulators undertaking sample preparation and straightforward analytical techniques.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

You'll undertake sample preparation prior to analysis and contributing to straightforward analytical techniques and analysis. You'll also be responsible for:
• In Sample Reception; receiving registers and distributing samples to analytical teams and undertaking some simple preparation and scheduling activities
• Working across a variety of teams (Analytical and Sample Reception)
• Working to a defined Quality system whilst adhering to tight deadlines with varying sample volumes and complying with the needs of the customer and changing regulatory standards
• Operating within a team environment and supporting activities according to best practice procedures as detailed in the Quality System.
• Assisting in the maintenance of equipment used to undertake preparation and straightforward analysis tasks.
• Maintenance of own knowledge in line with best practice and changing regulatory standards including Continuing Professional Development.
• Straightforward technical activities to facilitate learning and development.

Technical Skills & Experience
• Previous laboratory experience with a basic understanding of ISO 17025, ISO 5667- part 3 and all other related regulatory requirements.
• Previous experience with IT systems, tools and databases including Nautilus, TAPS, Word, and Excel.
• Good communication skills and planning and organisations skills.
• Self-motivated to deliver a highly flexible sample preparation and analytical service within a changing environment including flexibility in working hours/practices

This role may not be eligible for visa sponsorship

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications
• To be successful in this role you'll need 5 GCSEs grade 4-9 (A-C) in Maths, English and Science/technology subject

Additional Information

This role will cover Monday to Saturday

We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.