Junior Laboratory Technician - Southampton, United Kingdom - DEKRA Organisational & Process Safety

Description

Junior Laboratory Technician

Location:
Chilworth, Southampton


Salary:
£18,600 - £21,000 DOE


Hours:
Evening shift - 28 hours Monday - Thursday 16:30 to 00:00


Contract:
Part time, 6 months FTC

A career with DEKRA is never dull and offers unlimited opportunities for people with the desire to succeed who want to work with a forward thinking, customer-focused company.

For over thirty years we have provided specialist services for the identification, analysis, prevention and management of fires, explosions and accidental chemical releases in the chemical and process industry.

Within the UK the company has fully equipped ISO & GLP compliant laboratory facilities on the outskirts of Southampton, in the beautiful setting of Southampton Science Park, and we are looking for an individual with the right calibre to join our friendlyteam.

Partnering with our clients we combine technical expertise with a passion for protecting people and assets and reducing harm. As part of DEKRA, the world's leading expert organisation, we are the global partner for a safer world.


About the Junior Laboratory Technician role:

Working within the Industrial Explosion Hazards Laboratory you will undertake sample preparation & testing of a wide variety of materials, using specialist equipment, for flammability & explosivity testing.

As this is a junior role you will be expected to support the team with general laboratory duties, including cleaning, but you will also have the opportunity to develop and learn a wide variety of tests.

In order to be successful in this role you must have:

• A keen interest in science
• Minimum GCSE Level qualifications in Science & Maths (Grade C/4 or above)
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Ability to identify work priorities and efficiently manage own workload
• Some understanding of COSHH Health and Safety legislation, policies and procedures
• Ideally, experience dealing with laboratory equipment, e.g. Electrical equipment, fume cupboards, pressure vessels, etc. not essential as training is provided
• Methodical approach to tasks with good dexterity
• Interest in Science (Chemistry/physics)

We care passionately about our staff and establish clear direction and expectation, whilst creating a supportive environment to succeed.

Our leaders are committed to establishing an environment where people feel valued, cared for, can flourish and are encouraged and supported to develop.

We know that if we collaborate together, with a singular focus on our customers' needs, we will continue to be a successful and sustainable business.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, click on "APPLY" today
No agencies please.