Requirements
Candidates should ideally have a degree in microbiology, biological sciences, or a related discipline, along with experience in laboratory testing and knowledge of microbiological techniques, equipment, and quality systems. Strong organisation, communication, time management, and IT skills are sought; experience in an accredited laboratory, oilfield or industrial testing, production chemistry, auditing, or a full UK driving licence is desirable.
Job Description
We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.
SGS’s Industries and Environment services help businesses ensure safety, sustainability, and compliance through testing, inspection, certification, and consulting—supporting sectors from manufacturing to infrastructure and environmental management.
- Job Title: Microbiologist
- Job Type: Fixed term contract (2 years)
- Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday
- Job Location: Aberdeen (Laboratory & field-based role)
- Salary: £26,000 per annum
- Industry: Oil and Gas
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Microbiologist to join our laboratory team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a UKAS-accredited laboratory environment, delivering high-quality microbiological testing services to clients across the oil, gas, and industrial sectors.
In this role, you will carry out microbiological analysis, sampling, and reporting activities while ensuring compliance with ISO 17025 requirements and SGS quality standards. You will contribute to the continuous improvement of laboratory operations and play an important role in maintaining the high level of service our clients expect.
What You'll Be Doing
- Performing microbiological testing and analysis in accordance with recognised international methods and approved laboratory procedures.
- Ensuring compliance with ISO 17025 requirements, UKAS accreditation standards, and SGS quality systems.
- Conducting sampling activities both within the laboratory and at client sites when required.
- Preparing and issuing accurate technical reports and laboratory documentation.
- Managing sample workflows and prioritising analysis to support contractual turnaround time targets.
- Maintaining laboratory records, documentation, and auditable systems to support accreditation requirements.
- Investigating equipment, methodology, or sample-related issues and supporting corrective actions.
- Using laboratory information management systems (LIMS/CCLAS) to ensure traceable and accurate results.
- Supporting the development of laboratory competence through training, mentoring, and knowledge sharing.
- Promoting a strong safety culture and maintaining compliance with all health, safety, and quality requirements.
We're interested in candidates with experience in microbiology, laboratory testing, or a related scientific environment.
You will ideally have:
- Degree in Microbiology, Biological Sciences, or a related discipline.
- Experience working within an analytical testing laboratory.
- Knowledge of microbiological techniques, analytical equipment, and laboratory quality systems.
- Strong organisational, communication, and time management skills.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
Desirable Experience
While not essential, we'd be particularly interested in hearing from candidates with:
- Experience working within a UKAS-accredited or ISO 17025 laboratory.
- Oilfield, environmental, or industrial laboratory testing experience.
- Knowledge of production chemistry.
- Auditing experience or formal audit qualifications.
- A full UK driving licence.
At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:
- Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
- Private medical cover (BUPA)
- Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
- Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
- Retailer Discounts
- Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
- Length of Service Awards
- Christmas Vouchers
- Health & Wellbeing initiatives
- An additional day off for your birthday
- Discounted Gym Membership
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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