Laboratory Technician

at  Colas

Job Introduction
Colas’ Technical Services department are responsible for ensuring our products are the highest quality before distributing to our external and internal customers. We’re looking for a Laboratory Technician, based in Rowfant, to support the department with daily operations.
Main Responsibilities
You will be involved in the effective and efficient running of the laboratory, always observing the safety policies of the company and the department. You will be responsible for the undertaking of general Technical Services work both in the laboratory and on site as required by the seasonal programme.
The role will involve ongoing training and assessment of competency which will then lead to you; planning and carrying out the testing and calibrating of equipment to relevant standards and procedures. You will also assist with the evaluation of the results, including reporting opinions and interpretations.
There will be other duties such as maintaining accurate records of all work carried out by the laboratory and assisting with keeping the laboratory in good order. All to be completed with mind to Colas commitment to safety and lowering environmental impact.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for this role will be someone that has a keen interest and working in science-based subjects especially Chemistry. You will also have excellent communication skills both written (formal/report) and spoken.
You will need to be confident, driven and adaptable for this role as you will have to travel, often at short notice, a driving licence is essential.
About The Company
Colas Ltd are a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people including over 1500 in the UK across multiple sites. We are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large scale UK and international construction projects within the highways, airfields and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. We hold a ‘Gold Investor in People’ award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential.
Colas is fully committed to promoting equality and diversity and maintaining a culture of fairness, transparency and respect for all employees, clients, communities, suppliers, contractors and other stakeholders. Colas aims to be inclusive, meet diverse needs and promote awareness and ownership in the workplace and the communities in which we serve.
Colas values the strength and differences that a diverse workforce brings to the organisation and believes that by harnessing these differences, we will foster a productive environment where equity and mutual respect are intrinsic, where talents are being fully utilised and organisational goals are met.
Package Description

As well as a highly competitive salary, Colas offers some great benefits with this role, including:

• A generous pension contribution
• Life assurance cover (x4 basic salary)
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (with the option to buy/sell more)
• Flexible working policy
• Opportunity to study towards a professional qualification fully funded
• Ongoing training and personal/professional development
• Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and much more through our online employee benefits portal

• A generous pension contribution
• Life assurance cover (x4 basic salary)
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (with the option to buy/sell more)
• Flexible working policy
• Opportunity to study towards a professional qualification fully funded
• Ongoing training and personal/professional development
• Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and much more through our online employee benefits porta