Microbiology Laboratory Technician

• Department: CEN-SNO
  - Environmental Compliance
  - North
• Business Unit:
  Environmental

About Environment & Safety SOCOTEC’s Environment and Safety team provides expert environmental, health and safety consultancy and compliance services that help organisations manage risk, protect people and safeguard the environment. Our services include environmental monitoring and consultancy, water safety and hygiene solutions with Legionella risk assessments and water system management, fire safety consultancy and inspections, occupational hygiene assessments and workplace exposure monitoring, and specialist advisory support on regulatory and sustainability challenges.

We use industry-leading tools and science-based approaches to deliver accurate data, practical guidance and innovative solutions that ensure compliance with UK legislation, minimise environmental impact and create healthier, safer workplaces for clients
What's in it for you? Your expertise deserves recognition. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more), an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition programmes, family-friendly support, exclusive retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension. SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

Microbiology Laboratory Technician

Are you interested in environmental monitoring and water sampling? This could be your opportunity to excel as an Environmental Field Technician, playing a vital role in supporting SOCOTEC’s continued success.

As SOCOTEC grows, so do our teams. We’re looking for a dedicated Environmental Field Technician to join our Environment & Safety division and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride.

We are looking for a proactive, reliable and detail-oriented Microbiology Laboratory Technician to join our team. In this role, you’ll support the daily operations of the Microbiology Laboratory, carrying out routine laboratory preparation and testing to ensure accurate and reliable results. You’ll be responsible for following correct laboratory handling procedures, maintaining high quality standards and supporting laboratory housekeeping and quality requirements.

You’ll work closely with colleagues, contributing to the smooth running of the laboratory while demonstrating a flexible and positive approach. You will also assist in preparing technical reports containing UKAS-accredited laboratory results.

The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):

• Follow standard operating procedures, and adhere to training, to prepare plate counts and membrane filtration of samples
• Analysis of samples, to include water, soils, swabs, fuels and other microbiological matrices, for the following:
  • E. Coli/Coliforms
  • Pseudomonas aeruginosa
  • Legionella sp. incl. L. pneumophila
  • TVCs
• Ensure client sample collection and testing requirements are met accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Complete laboratory test sheets, including recording raw data, calculations and interpretation of results.
• Liaise with the Laboratory Team Leader and Technical Manager to coordinate workloads and manage testing schedules.
• Prepare accurate technical reports in accordance with quality assurance procedures and company standards.
• Work in line with company QHSE policies, maintaining high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement to enhance operational efficiency and client service delivery.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and clients on a daily basis, providing updates and responding to queries as required.
• Maintain a safe working environment, identifying and…