Thames Water
Technical Specialist
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Join our Laboratory Services team
Play a key role in delivering high-quality analytical testing that protects public health and the environment. We're looking for a proactive Technical Specialist to support laboratory operations, drive continuous improvement and ensure the highest standards of quality and compliance.
What you'll be doing as a Technical Specialist
- Support and optimise analytical instrumentation and laboratory systems.
- Develop, validate and implement analytical methods and processes.
- Investigate technical and quality issues, identifying and implementing solutions.
- Monitor quality control data and ensure compliance with ISO17025, MCERTS and regulatory requirements.
- Support the training and development of laboratory colleagues.
- Promote a strong health and safety culture across the laboratory.
- Work closely with internal stakeholders to improve laboratory performance and service delivery.
- Using your experience in GC-MS, GC-MS/MS and LC-MS/MS to deliver method development, analytical system improvements and technology innovation.
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Working Hours
- 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday (standby/callout required)
Base Location
- Spencer House, Reading, RG2 0JN
What you should bring to the role
- Degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science or a related scientific discipline.
- Experience working within an analytical laboratory environment.
- Knowledge of laboratory instrumentation, quality systems and method development.
- Understanding of ISO17025 and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Strong problem-solving, communication and organisational skills.
- A proactive approach and passion for continuous improvement.
- Experience in analysing Organic compounds in complex matrices.
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What's in it for you?
- Competitive salary between £46,000 to £50,000 depending on skills and experience.
- Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service (extra 2 days added with standby/callout).
- Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
- Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of your and your family’s health and well-being, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.
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Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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