Would you like to be part of a world-renowned offshore energy manufacturing team? Balmoral has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Technical department as a Laboratory Support Operator.
Balmoral Group was established in 1980 and is a privately owned company headquartered in Aberdeen, Scotland. Employing over 500 people and operating from a modern, custom-built complex, the company’s products are used around the world.
What will you do as a Laboratory Support Operator?
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Machine and test samples to specified standards, to prepare moulds and support departmental cutting, testing and trial requirements.
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Performing general sample management tasks.
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Preparation of test samples using cutting equipment (band saws, router, lathe, sanders, lab CNC machine etc).
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Preparation of moulds (cleaning, assembly etc).
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Assisting in trials undertaken by the department (gathering of chemicals/materials, weighing and mixing materials) .
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Undertaking testing in accordance with procedures and international standards.
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Work in a clean, tidy and safe manner.
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Departmental upkeep (cleaning, replenishing, painting, minor repairs etc).
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May be required to work shifts in accordance with operational requirements.
What are we looking for in a Laboratory Support Operator?
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Good General Education. ‘O’ Grade/Standard Grade/Nat 5/GCSE Arithmetic, Physics and/or Chemistry, Mathematics and English. Practical woodworking or technical studies.
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Experience working with general hand tools, working with cutting machinery, laboratory and test environment familiarity (advantageous but non-essential), awareness of working with chemicals safely.
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Ability to multi-task
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Proficient in use of MS Office suite
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Ability to be flexible with working hours
What’s in it for you?
Working at Balmoral comes with a number of benefits including:
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Competitive salary
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Company pension
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Starting on 33 days annual leave, increasing with length of service
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Employee Assistance Program
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Life insurance (death in service)
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Access to an employee discount website
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Employee long service rewards scheme
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Bike to work scheme
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Electric car scheme
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Holiday purchase scheme
Working with Balmoral you get the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment that is varied and challenging - with limitless potential for career progression.