Quality Control Analyst

SRG are excited to be working with a leading energy company to help them find a Chemical Lab Technician/QC Analyst to work at their site in the north of Scotland.

The role is for a 9-12 month contract with a competitive hourly rate for the right candidate.

This is a great opportunity for someone with working knowledge of analytical techniques including gas chromatography, ion chromatography and high performance liquid chromatography.

The Role:

• Undertake all aspects of plant chemistry monitoring and chemical analysis
• Provide fault finding diagnostics and technical advice on all power station plant areas
• Sample Receipt and booking in administration
• Analysis using techniques such as GC, HPLC, Karl Fisher, DDF and other analytical methods
• Results interpretation and reporting
• Waste management – empty vials/bottles, remove caps, dispose of vials/bottles responsibly
• Dispose of used oil as per waste management routes and policy
• Monitor lab consumables, Consumables management – inventory checks ensuring availability and report low stocks, stock and consumables logistics/movement from stores to lab.

Requirements:

• HND / HNC in chemistry or relevant degree with a minimum of three years’ industry experience involving laboratory testing of oils.
• Working knowledge of analytical techniques including gas chromatography, ion chromatography and high performance liquid chromatography.
• Sound analytical chemistry covering oil and water testing techniques and analysis.
• A sound operational knowledge of laboratory test equipment including the ability to use diagnostic skills to fault find, detect and remedy faults.
• Computer literacy -ability to use complex scientific software.
• The ability to write technical reports
• Self-starter attitude and strong problem solving skills.