Corrosion Technician

We are looking to fill a Corrosion Technician role for corrosion testing work in our Sour Service team. The role involves performing corrosion and materials tests, recording test results, maintaining laboratory equipment, and working to high standards of safety and quality and good housekeeping.

Please note, this role is based full time on-site in Manchester in our offices in Trafford Park.
Required skills and experience:
Experience in a science laboratory environment, preferably physical chemistry or materials testing based.
Experience of metallographic techniques, metallurgical, mechanical testing would be an advantage.
Experience with handling chemicals.
Experience in an ISO17025 laboratory setting an advantage.
Good general education such as A levels, BTech, HNC including science or engineering subjects with good written and verbal communication.
Computer literate and familiar with MS Office applications
Flexible approach and ability to work across groups in a cooperative manner and maintain desired standard of work.
Excellent team player
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Key activities:
Interaction with sample tracking databases.
Preparation of individual test job sheets.
Performing corrosion-based testing to an acceptable standard and in accordance with established procedures.
Maintaining accurate records of observations and calculations.
Preparation (e.g. cutting, drilling, polishing) of metallic test specimens.
Handling of chemicals required during testing in accordance with COSHH, and health and safety risk assessments.
The role entails manual handling, use of hand and power tools, moving of 50 l gas cylinders.
Safe handling and use of hazardous and non-hazardous bottled gases including hydrogen sulfide.
Cleaning, preparation, maintenance, and operation of a variety of laboratory equipment including test vessels and electronic devices.
Metallographic preparation of samples for examination post-test, including the microscopy and photography of samples.
Drafting of test result certificates.
Applying discretionary effort in support of the smooth running of projects and of the laboratories.
WHAT WE OFFER
Join Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity and we thrive working together with precision, pace, and passion. We are working to make the world Ever Better, ensuring the quality, safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world.
Competitive salary/benefits
Development and career opportunities around the Globe
Working in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environment
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who do not discriminate against applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex or national origin.
Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies.

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