Perform microbiological analyses in a food laboratory, mainly for food safety, and test water samples for Legionella. The rotating roster includes day, evening and night shifts, plus one Saturday per four-week period.
The role
- You will perform microbiological analyses on samples in a food laboratory. Most analyses relate to food safety. You will also test water samples for Legionella. You follow the work schedule and handle urgent requests as they arise.
- You will prepare and inoculate samples, assess plates and identify microorganisms. Together with colleagues, you will help ensure the correct use of equipment, methods and laboratory facilities. You will follow applicable quality and safety requirements, work instructions and procedures.
Shift pattern
- You work a rotating shift pattern. Over each four-week period, you work one Saturday, five evening shifts from 15:30 to 23:00 and three night shifts from 23:00 to 07:00. All other shifts are day shifts from 07:00 to 15:30.
What you’ll bring
- A completed MLO qualification in microbiology, plus experience or an internship in microbiological analysis.
- If you have not yet gained work experience, you can apply with an MLO diploma and a laboratory internship. Current MLO microbiology students are also welcome and can earn extra income alongside their studies.
- Experience in a food laboratory is an advantage.
What is offered
- A market-competitive salary, 8% holiday allowance and 32 days of annual leave based on a 40-hour working week.
- Participation in a pension scheme with a fixed 6% employee contribution, opportunities for further development, and a sports and bicycle plan.