Laboratory Technician

We are currently recruiting for Laboratory Technician to join our fantastic team at our site based in Feltham. If you are passionate about a rewarding career in Forensic testing and want to use your expertise to its full potential, then this is a great opportunity to join a well-established and successful market leading company with over 30 years’ experience in providing Forensic Services to the Police forces of England and Wales, as well as other commercial organisations and public sector bodies. This is a truly exciting time to begin or continue your career with our first-class business. As a Laboratory Technician you will be responsible for the day-to-day submissions in the lab and maintaining chain of custody whilst carrying out tasks around the lab to assist the analysts to complete analysis of samples. Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities Open samples we receive on a daily basis Log in samples through data entry onto our Laboratory Information Management System Maintain chain of custody Checking paperwork and sample integrity Sample storage management Sample disposal Scan and file documents and paperwork Keep accessioning area tidy Laboratory housekeeping and consumables replenishment Signing and sorting deliveries Witnessing (where required) De-capping and assisting aliquoting Pipette and balance calibrations Organising services of instruments and consumables Chasing and goods receipting orders Preparation of mobile phases and solutions Any other laboratory based task assigned (taking into account the individual’s professional experience/knowledge and skills). Any other administrative task assigned (taking into account the individual’s professional experience/knowledge and skills). Provide support to the team, for example assisting the administration team when required. Achieving key performance indicator targets (individually and as part of a team) Participate in Quality and Safety tasks Laboratory protection (safety glasses, lab coat and disposable gloves) must be worn at all times. Educated to A/Levels or equivalent Computer literate Good computer skills including typing speed and accuracy Demonstration of good interpersonal and team playing skills Excellent attention to detail for effective data input Ability to handle a flexible workload Demonstrate a high level of confidentiality when dealing with sensitive material Proactive worker with an enthusiastic attitude to work Some lifting will be involved Person Specification Full commitment to and demonstration of upholding EFS values, Customer Focus, Quality, Competence & Team Spirit and Integrity. Good attention to detail, well organised, innovative. Quick and Accurate Good interpersonal and team playing skills Demonstration of good communications skills, both verbal and written Ability to cope under pressure, multitask and work to deadlines Strong team player Demonstrate a high level of confidentiality when dealing with sensitive material Proactive worker with an enthusiastic attitude to work Important Information Due to the sensitive nature of our work, this role will require the successful candidate to achieve NPPV3 + Security Clearance (SC). To be eligible, you must have 5 years’ continuous UK residency. As part of the vetting process, you’ll be asked to provide information about your background, including your employment and address history, financial circumstances and details of close family or partners. These checks are carried out to ensure individuals accessing police data, systems and sites are trustworthy and suitable for the role. Factors such as criminal convictions, financial difficulties or associations that may pose a risk could affect your ability to gain clearance. However, each application is assessed on an individual basis, and honesty throughout the process is essential. Please note: Vetting is carried out by an external police vetting service Drug and alcohol testing may be required before you start and during your employment Ongoing employment is subject to maintaining the required level of clearance Further information on the NPPV3 + SC vetting clearance process can be found here . What We Offer We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising to 30 days with length of service) Company pension scheme with up to 6% employer contribution Life assurance (3x salary) Health Cash Plan & Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced family leave and sick pay Perkbox benefits, discounts and wellbeing support Cycle to Work scheme, tech scheme & volunteering days Holiday trading (buy/sell) scheme Refer a Friend scheme Free on-site parking (site dependant)