The Vacancy
WRc, part of
RSK Group, is looking for an enthusiastic person to support our friendly Waste and Resources team in
Swindon. We are happy to consider
full-time (37 hours per week) or
part-time applicants with flexibility around days.
At WRc, we are committed to making a positive impact in the waste, water and environmental sectors. As we embark on an exciting phase of growth, we are looking for
Laboratory Technician Trainee for projects which help our clients turn wastes into resources. Through your work, you can help us to achieve WRc’s objectives, including being ‘consciously sustainable’ and a ‘great place to work’.
Key Responsibilities:
To support the Waste & Resources consultancy and laboratory teams in the following tasks:
- routine laboratory work e.g. sample registration, putting samples in oven, sorting and sieving samples etc. This will include some manual handling within Health & Safety guidelines, as well as operation of machinery in our sample preparation facilities wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
- transcription of sample data into spreadsheet record forms;
- assisting with maintenance and housekeeping in the laboratories;
- assisting with checking calibration of instruments on a scheduled basis.
Person Specification:
- A-levels or equivalent in science subjects (desirable)
- GCSE in Maths and English, basic numeracy and literacy skills;
- practical and methodical in approach to work and able to understand and follow standard procedures;
- basic knowledge of Excel spreadsheets and Outlook;
- good time management;
- willing to work shift patterns when the demand for this arises and have access to your own transport to travel to our labs in Swindon;
- eligible to work permanently in the UK;
- able to be based in Swindon office.
Our waste processing operates to strict Health and Safety requirements, and you will be equipped and trained to work safely.
Salary and Benefits:
- Salary from £24,240 (FTE), for a 37-hour week depending on skills and experience
- Life assurance
- A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym membership
Please See The Full Job Description Under Documents.
RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.
About Us
Water Research Centre (WRc) is an independent centre of excellence for innovation and growth that boasts more than 90 years of delivering leading, technical research and innovation services to the global water, waste management and energy sectors. Its subsidiary business, Cognica, is a leading provider of intelligent information-management solutions and services to the construction and estate-management markets. The businesses are based in Swindon, UK.
WRc’s 170 employees bring a shared purpose of discovering and delivering new and exciting solutions that enable clients to meet the challenges of the future. In addition to its wide breadth of services in water, WRc is also home to the National Centre for Environmental Toxicology, an expert team of scientists and toxicologists offering a toxicology-on-demand subscription service.
The company is renowned for its ability to address global issues, including climate change, green growth and water and sanitation services, through applied engineering excellence, highlighted through its tagline, “innovation through collaboration”.
WRc is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.
At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
