Technical Assistant

The Technical Assistant position centres on set up, run and complete laboratory based experimental work under the supervision of more senior staff following sample analysis plans (SAPs) and W&R procedures. It would suit someone who can bring define problems, collect and interpret data, ask questions, draw valid conclusions, and discuss recommendations with the team to the role.

What the work leans on

Salary and Benefits[[SALARY_0]] depending on experience. Able to both follow detailed instructions and innovate, willingly take ownership of issues and seek team participation to achieve best solutions.

Where the technical work sits

• Set up, run and complete laboratory based experimental work under the supervision of more senior staff following sample analysis plans (SAPs) and W&R procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all company Safety, Health & Wellbeing, Environmental compliance, and Quality systems, processes and procedures to ensure timely delivery of all outputs.
• Routine data processing and tabular / graphical presentation of data to aid interpretation of trends and results using Microsoft packages.

Technical requirements

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite or equivalent – spreadsheets, graphical packages and word documents, (training will be given for use of WRc specific templates).

What helps delivery stay steady

Able to define problems, collect and interpret data, ask questions, draw valid conclusions, and discuss recommendations with the team. Minimum of A levels or a degree in a STEM discipline, preferably in chemistry.

Practical details

• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym membership.
• This is a Full Time role, working with our lab team, ash team and ‘waste doctors’ to investigate and characterise waste streams and secondary products as required by our clients.
• £26,500 - £28,000 depending on experience.
• RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencie.

Requirements mentioned

• Excel