Environmental Monitoring Expert

beBee Careers is hiring a part-time Independent Technical Assessor specializing in Environmental Chemistry in Leicester, UK. The role involves ensuring compliance with pollution control standards in accredited laboratories, conducting audits, and guiding report writing to UKAS standards. Candidates should have experience in ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited labs and strong chemistry knowledge. This independent position requires ongoing right to work in the UK.
About the Job:

We are seeking a part-time Independent Technical Assessor specialising in Environmental Chemistry.
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This independent, self-employed position involves ensuring that accredited laboratories comply with pollution control standards.
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You will be responsible for maintaining accurate records of laboratory activities and results, conducting regular audits of laboratory technical activities, and providing guidance on report writing to UKAS standards.
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As a Technical Assessor, you will have the opportunity to use your industry expertise to help laboratories continually improve in meeting ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requirements.
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This role provides exposure to a variety of quality systems, innovative applications of the standard, and the chance to engage in informative technical discussions with laboratory professionals across the industry.
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Job Description:
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Ensuring compliance with pollution control standards in accredited laboratories.
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Maintaining accurate records of laboratory activities and results.
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Conducting regular audits of laboratory technical activities.
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Providing guidance on report writing to UKAS standards.
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Requirements:
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To be successful in this role, you will need:
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Experience:
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• Experience working in an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited testing laboratory.">
• Expertise in testing soils, water, and air samples using organic or inorganic analytical techniques.">
• Strong foundation in general chemistry.">
• In-depth understanding of internal and external quality control processes.">
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.">
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Skills and Qualifications:
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The ideal candidate will possess:
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Knowledge and Skills:
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• Up-to-date knowledge of industry-standard methods and sector schemes.">
• Some experience with internal or external audits of laboratory technical activities.">
• Ability to communicate effectively with laboratory staff, management, and stakeholders.">
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Benefits:
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This is an independent contracted position, and ongoing right to work in the UK is a pre-requisite of the position.
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Guidance will be provided to enhance your skills in report writing to UKAS standards.