Water Quality Sampler

Key Responsibilities

• Take samples for analysis from water sources, reservoirs, treatment works, supply zone(s), consumer premises and all other designated sampling points.
• Receiving, sorting, transporting, and storing laboratory specimens/samples.
• Attend customer properties to take water quality samples and deal with water quality customer complaints.
• Carry out basic duties in the laboratory including the cleaning of sample and analytical equipment as directed. 
• Preparation of media as required.
• Input and maintain statistical and analytical data on the computer systems producing reports and databases, as requested.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with the Company’s Safe Working Procedures and Code of Practice for Hygiene.
• To actively partake in inter-departmental and wider company group initiatives aimed at supporting strategic business objectives.
• To understand and live the Company Values, We Care, We Are Ambitious, We Work Together, being able to demonstrate alignment to them as part of the performance review process. 
• Carry out other duties as may reasonably be required. 

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Good IT knowledge with experience in, or a desire to, learn LIMS.  Knowledge of Microsoft products is essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• A team player who can work and contribute to the success of the Company.
• A self-motivated individual with a methodical and organised approach to work.
• Demonstrates working effectively and safely with minimal supervision to a high standard.
• A positive outlook and attitude.
• A clean Jersey driving licence.

Benefits

• Pension – Membership of the defined contribution scheme.  Jersey Water pays 5% up to 5 years’ service and then 10%, employees pay 5%.  A matching scheme is available whereby Jersey Water matches additional voluntary contributions up to a maximum of 5%.
• Death in Service – 4 times salary
• Private health scheme – Non contributory