Location
Spencer House, Reading, RG2 0JN

Hours
36 hours per week, Monday to Friday (standby/callout required)

Salary
£46,000 to £50,000 depending on skills and experience

About the Role
Join our Laboratory Services team and play a key role in delivering high-quality analytical testing that protects public health and the environment. As a Technical Specialist, you will support and optimise analytical instrumentation and laboratory systems, develop, validate and implement analytical methods and processes, and investigate technical and quality issues to identify and implement solutions. You will monitor quality control data and ensure compliance with ISO17025, MCERTS and regulatory requirements. Supporting the training and development of laboratory colleagues and promoting a strong health and safety culture across the laboratory will be key aspects of your role. You will work closely with internal stakeholders to improve laboratory performance and service delivery, using your experience in GC-MS, GC-MS/MS and LC-MS/MS to deliver method development, analytical system improvements, and technology innovation.

What’s in it for you?
Competitive salary with annual leave starting at 26 days per year, increasing to 30 with length of service. Generous pension scheme through AON. Access to a wide range of benefits to support your and your family’s health, well-being, and finances, including annual health MOTs, physiotherapy, counselling, Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers, and life assurance. Thames Water offers meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations.

Experience
Experience working within an analytical laboratory environment. Proven knowledge of laboratory instrumentation, quality systems, and method development. Experience analysing organic compounds in complex matrices. Familiarity with ISO17025 and regulatory compliance requirements.

About you
Strong problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills. A proactive approach with a passion for continuous improvement. Ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and support colleagues’ development.

Qualifications
Degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related scientific discipline.