Job Req ID:  3922
Date:  Sep 26, 2024
Tradebe Site:  Tradebe Newport
Location: 

Gwent, NWP, GB

Department:  Operations
Business Line:  Environmental Services & Global Functions

Lab Chemist

Description: 

What will you do? Make an impact!

To analyse samples submitted to the main laboratory according to site procedures.

To record the results in our computer system SAP, and keep them in a well organised filing system.

To inform the Laboratory Manager and Site Management of any abnormal results.

Do you have what it takes?

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • To adhere to Health and Safety rules at all times
  • To promptly analyse samples submitted to the main laboratory by operations, and relate the results back to the shift manager/ lab manager/ operations manager
  • Main techniques to be used will  be: analysis of metals by ICP-OES, analysis of anions by IC, analysis of organics by GC-MS, analysis of mercury by atomic absorbance, pH, analysis of ammonia by steam distillation, acidity/ alkalinity by titration, sulphide/ sulphate/ COD determination by spectrophotometry, determination of flash point
  • To record the data in its electronic version in SAP and corresponding spreadsheet, and to email the data to relevant individuals
  • To timely analyse all other samples submitted to the main laboratory by the sales team
  • To assist the other chemist in the completion of priority work when instructed to do so by the lab manager
  • To maintain the calibration and accurate performance of laboratory equipment. To report issues where they arise
  • To produce any reports for their lab manager as requested
  • Liaise with internal and external laboratories where sample analysis is required
  • Liaise with operations, compliance, customer services and sales to ensure customer satisfaction
  • Ensure non-conformances are processed as soon as possible and all relevant parties are communicated to and informed of any resulting actions
  • To be diligent and respect the confidentiality of the information to which they are party
  • To keep a good level of housekeeping in the main laboratory
  • To perform all other reasonable duties and tasks as requested

 

What’s in for you?

  • Competitive basic salary
  • Quarterly bonus scheme
  • Healthcare scheme