Laboratory Technician – Chemistry, Geochemistry, Geology

Laboratory Technician, Chemistry / Geochemistry / Geology

Middlesbrough area

6 months FTC

Salary c£27500 pro-rata

Our client is a leading global chemicals company. An opportunity has arisen to join their laboratory team on a 6-month fixed term contract. The ideal candidate will have some knowledge and experience of a laboratory environment and associated systems of work including but not limited to COSHH and QAQC. However, this experience is not required as full training will be provided.

Duties

• Preparing and analysing exploration drill core samples utilizing crushing and grinding equipment.
• Contributing to maintenance of ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 within the laboratory.
• Keeping the Laboratory Manager informed of laboratory problems on a day-to-day basis.
• Developing good relationships with team members and internal customers.
• Following method statements and risk assessments and demonstrating safe working practices when working alone or in a team.
• Working with other laboratory staff to determine potential efficiency and performance improvements to workflows within the department.

Candidate

• Ability to handle large and heavy samples of drill core (~20 kg) on a regular basis.
• Qualified to A-Level or above in Chemistry, Geology or related geoscience subject.
• Some previous laboratory experience would be beneficial.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office and IT equipment.
• COSHH assessment training (desirable).
• IOSH Working Safely certificate (desirable).

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