Register interest in becoming Laboratory Analyst

RPS is looking for Laboratory Analysts to join our state-of-the-art sites in Manchester and Bedford on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an analytical role based in the gas chromatography section.

RPS Laboratories is a team of Analysts, Chemists, and Technicians that operate from purpose-built laboratory facilities with a long history of providing expert advice and analytical solutions to the agrochemical sector. Our laboratories enjoy an international reputation for solving complex analytical problems in a wide variety of food, feed, and forage crops.

As a key member of the Laboratories business, your role as an Analyst is critical to helping us conduct investigations and formulate effective solutions to help our clients comply with international quality standards, maximum residue limits (MRLs), environmental regulations, and more. By joining us you will collaborate with our clients to design a tailored analytical programme to meet their complex regulatory needs, leveraging our state-of-the-art instrumentation.

You will be influential in providing analytical support during the remediation and clean-up project and subsequent routine monitoring.

• Analyse samples in line with turnaround time requirements.
• Report results using LIMS.
• Ensure AQC samples are analysed at correct frequency and recorded on control charts.
• Analyse gravimetric samples in line with laboratory procedures.
• Extraction of organotin samples.
• Order consumables/reagents as required to ensure adequate stocks are maintained.
• Undertake routine maintenance of equipment as required.
• Ensure quality records are maintained in line with laboratory requirements.
• Maintain housekeeping standards.
• Train junior staff as required.
• Comply with H&S requirements. Report H&S issues to senior management.

• Science-based degree or equivalent.
• Experience in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Experience of GC/chromatography analysis in a working environment.
• Good time management skills, attention to detail and ability to cope under pressure.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, seeking advice where necessary.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision as well as part of a team.

A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go. A career here is far from ordinary. Here you’re not a number, you are part of the solution.

We’re a connected community, working together to achieve exceptional outcomes. We understand the need to work flexibly, empowering our people to create a work-life balance that’s right for them. We also understand the importance of collaboration and social connection in the office environment. With agile offices offered as standard, we trust our people to find the right balance to meet client needs – this is a workplace that works for you.

RPS, part of Tetra Tech since January 2023, is a global firm that defines, designs, and manages projects in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability. As part of Tetra Tech’s 28,000-strong team across 550 offices in over 120 countries, we deliver solutions that create lasting value in an increasingly urbanised and resource-scarce world. By leveraging our global expertise, we enable our clients to develop winning solutions for their clients and communities.

As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to provide market-leading development and project opportunities for our people, supporting their growth while addressing the challenges that matter. Our people drive our success, and this is where you come to build a career.

What happens next?

If we feel you are a good match, we will be in touch to arrange a competency interview. If this opportunity suits your career journey, we’d love to hear from you. All applications will be considered. Ready to apply? Please have your CV ready and continue with your application online.

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