Environmental Chemistry Testing Limited
Environmental Laboratory Analyst
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The role
With laboratory facilities in Leicester and Poole, Environmental Chemistry Testing Limited (ECT), a Phenna Group company, partners with clients across the UK to provide a comprehensive range of chemistry and microbiology testing services. These services support all sectors of the construction industry, including residential, commercial, rail, road, airports, tunnelling, mining, utilities, and brownfield regeneration projects.
Due to recent expansion and increasing workload we are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Laboratory Analyst with experience operating IC, ICP and/or MS instruments to join our team within the chemistry laboratory based on the Holton Heath Trading Park in Poole.
The successful candidate will possess exceptional attention to detail and thrive in a fast-paced working environment.
Responsibilities
- Analysis of soil, water and construction material samples using IC, ICP and/or MS instruments
- Ensuring that all laboratory testing is carried out to high standards of safety, quality and efficiency
- Follow all procedural requirements as set out by the ISO17025 Quality Management System
- Ensuring that adequate and proper records are kept and filed correctly
- Ensuring test equipment is checked, cleaned, calibrated and suitable for use
Specific requirements
- Strong oral, written and numeracy skills
- GCSE grade C / 5 or above in maths and science
- Computer literate with extensive experience using Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and associated software applications
- Demonstrable experience with IC, ICP, and MS analytical instruments is essential
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Your Journey with ECT
At Environmental Chemistry Testing Limited, joining us as an Analyst is more than just a job, it's the beginning of a rewarding career journey. From day one, you will receive comprehensive training, mentoring, and ongoing support from experienced professionals to help you develop both your technical knowledge and practical instrument skills.
We are committed to investing in our people and providing clear opportunities for progression. As your experience and expertise grow, you can advance through our structured career pathway, moving from Analyst to Senior Analyst and beyond into specialist, supervisory, management, or technical leadership roles.
We believe in recognising talent, rewarding dedication, and helping every team member reach their full potential. Environmental Chemistry Testing Limited provides the support, training, and career ladder needed to achieve long-term professional success.
What we offer
- Starting salary £27,109.20 - £29,640.00 (depending on experience)
- 40 hour working week
- Any overtime worked paid at 1.3 times basic rate of pay
- 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
- Workwear provided
- Healthcare plan
- Contributory pension scheme
- Perkbox rewards platform
- Cycle to work scheme
- Tech pack purchasing scheme
- Personal development and training
- Enjoyable and fulfilling work environment
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Our Values
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Think Customer Our customer is the focus of everything we do and through them we maximise our reputation and growth.
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Speed and Agility Own it. Be Bold. Take Action. Get it done.
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Be Transparent We are open and honest and act with integrity at all times.
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Work Together We work and collaborate as one team and look out for our fellow colleagues.
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Act Responsibly Fearless in taking accountability, we give responsibility to others and treat everyone with courtesy, dignity, and respect.
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Be Proud We celebrate our achievements, learn from our experiences, and take pride in all we do.
About Phenna Group
Headquartered in Nottingham, UK, Phenna Group's aim is to invest in and partner with selected niche, independent Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance (TICC) companies that serve a variety of sectors, ensuring customers' peace of mind by delivering first-class assurance and consultancy services. With a diverse portfolio of companies across the Built Environment, Infrastructure, Niche Industrials, Food and Life Sciences, and Compliance and Certifications, Phenna Group is dedicated to supporting customers in regulated sectors by delivering mission-critical services with a focus on quality and deliverability.
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