Laboratory Technician
Laboratory Technician
Employee type
Permanent
Salary
£30000 - £35000/annum
Category
Engineering
Job Description
Laboratory Technician
Altera Recruitment Group is partnering with a specialist fuels and energy business operating within the downstream oil, automotive, aerospace and motorsport sectors. The business is looking for a Laboratory Technician to join its Technical Services Team and play a key role in the delivery of complex projects and bespoke fuel formulation.
This is an opportunity for a technically minded Chemistry graduate with laboratory and project experience to take ownership of multiple projects from start to finish.
Key Responsibilities of the Laboratory Technician
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Manage multiple projects from start to finish, ensuring agreed lead times and right first-time criteria are achieved
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Independently formulate a wide range of fuel blends using formulation models and empirical blending techniques
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Troubleshoot technical issues across production, logistics and commercial activities
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Support raw material specification, sourcing, testing and approval, as well as identifying new product applications
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Provide technical support to customers while mentoring other members of the Technical Services Team
Candidate Requirements
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Degree in Chemistry or an equivalent qualification is essential
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Minimum 2 years of laboratory experience, with familiarity with standard fuel test methods
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Previous project experience with the ability to manage multiple activities through to completion
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Strong technical, analytical, communication and problem solving skills
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A strong HSE focus with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
What's on Offer
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Circa £35,000 salary
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10% discretionary bonus
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25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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Private Healthcare and Pension available
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Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.30pm, 37.5 hours per week, office based with potential for 1 to 2 days working from home following completion of training
If you are a Chemistry graduate with relevant laboratory experience and an interest in fuel formulation, technical projects and the wider energy sector, Altera Recruitment Group would welcome the opportunity to speak with you