Laboratory Technician

About the Unit

Yara Analytical Services has nearly 40 years of experience, and currently perform over two million separate analyses every year on samples (including soil, plant tissue, water, fruit and fertilisers) received from the UK and over 50 countries worldwide, 

Soil analysis provides fundamental knowledge on the chemical, physical and biological status of a soil. This information is used to manage the soil and to develop an effective Nutrient Management Plan that optimises crop production.

We are seeking to recruit a Laboratory Technician at our Pocklington site. 

Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Laboratory Operations Manager, the main purpose of the role will be to effectively and safely:

• perform sample nutrient extraction procedures 
• prepare soil nutrient extraction solutions
• carry out analysis of samples
• use a variety of analytical methods.

There is also a great opportunity to be involved in the project development of new processes. 

Profile

We are looking for a highly motivated Laboratory Technician who can demonstrate initiative and attention to detail within a quality controlled environment in addition to:

• 5 GCSE level ideally including English, Maths and a science
• Relevant experience in a related industry/laboratory
• Good numeracy and writing skills 
• Good communication skills

Additional Information

Yara offer an attractive rewards package including:

• Vitality Private Health
• 10% employer Pension Contributions
• Annual bonus scheme
• Life Assurance
• Wide range of personal development opportunities
• Inclusion & Wellbeing Activities (including football, badminton, walks, golf, quizzes...)

Contact details

Please apply online if interested.

Contacts for queries are:  paul.mccartan@yara.com (HR Manager) or chris.lindley@yara.com (Laboratory Operations Manager)

Apply no later than

Friday 2nd August 2024.

We may start interviews earlier than the closing date for suitable applicants, so as not to delay the process.