Production and Glassware Operative - Salisbury, United Kingdom - UK Health Security Agency

UK Health Security Agency

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Salisbury, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Salary:

- £22,194 - £24,184
Job grade:

Administrative Officer
Contract type:
Permanent
Type of role:
Science
Working pattern:
Fulltime
Number of jobs available:
1Contents

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Location

Manor Farm Road, Porton Down, Salisbury, SP4 0JGAbout the job

Job summary:

Scientific Campus Site Management & Engineering Division looks after the main scientific campuses of UK Health Security Agency.

The role of scientific campus support is to ensure all of our customers have the materials they need and that the waste is safely taken from their laboratories.

The work in the laboratories is varied, from the vaccine task force, reference laboratories, and the food, water & environmental laboratories.

The role offers the opportunity to work with a variety of customers working at the cutting edge of microbiology and being responsible for the washing, preparation and sterilization of specialized glassware and equipment as required by laboratories across the Porton site.

To be involved in the manufacture of
microbiological growth media, the customer relations, and the ordering of media components.

The post holder will also provide support to the departments supervisor and oversee the supply of clean sterile glassware in the absence of the area lead.

The post holder needs to be fully trained and conversant in all the appropriate regulatory protocols and regulations.

The safe handling and disposal of microbiological waste and the supply of clean sterile glassware and equipment within the regulatory and ISO 9001 environment.

The post-holder is responsible for ensuring the designated facilities are compliant with the appropriate regulatory and safety regulations.

Location
Manor Farm Road, Porton Down, Salisbury, SP4 0JG
- *Please be aware that this role can only be worked from within the UK and not overseas. Relocation expenses are not available.*_

Working Pattern - Full Time

Job description:

Responsibilities section:

The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties:

Provide a high level of customer focus and output, to meet the needs and requirements of the Unit's customers in a timely and efficient manner
Perform a wide range of routine and nonroutine technical procedures and understand the rationale behind the procedures and practices
To follow all relevant protocols and standard operating procedures accurately
To carry out the preparation, production and dispensing of culture media
To assist in the washing and preparation of general glassware collected from the laboratories to enable it to be returned for use.
To assist with the sterilization of general glassware and equipment for use within the laboratories
To assist with the washing, preparation and if required sterilization of specialized laboratory glassware and equipment as required by customers
To assist and/or deputize for the Sterilization Autoclave Operator by qualifying as an Autoclave Operator
To work at all times in accordance with the detailed and appropriate Safety regulations and guidance and to comply with safety policies, procedures, COSHH and risk assessments
To work flexibly to assist the needs of the team and requirements of local line management

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Please see the job description for a full list of responsibilities_**The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive.

The Job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary.

Person specification:

We are looking for an exceptional Production and Glassware Operative.

Essential

Educated to GCSE level or equivalent experience
Knowledge of lab work or catering
Attention to detail
Good numeracy skills

Desirable

Knowledge of sterilisation
Experience of autoclave operation and use
Experience of working in a ISO9001 environment

Benefits:

Learning and development tailored to your role
An environment with flexible working options
A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%

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Selection process details:

STAGE - APPLICATION & SIFT:
If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to an interview.

STAGE - INTERVIEW
This competition will involve a video interview.

Seeing the Big Picture
Working Together
Managing a Quality Service
Delivering at Pace

Expected Timeline:

Shortlist:
W/C 18th December 2023

Interviews:

TBC
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment

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