Apprentice - FAS Drugs Laboratory Technician - Police Staff

Undertaking the ordering of stock and consumables. Ensuring that they meet the required standards and are stored in the required manner. Co-ordinating and managing equipment maintenance visits in line with laboratory best practice and the ISO 17025 quality standards. Contributing to a safe and secure environment for drugs analysis and co-workers by following established standards and procedures; complying withlegal regulations. Inputting and extracting data accurately from IT systems such as Niche and Microsoft packages in accordance with policy and technical procedures. Monitoring and responding to enquiries received via email or by telephone efficiently and professionally seeking advice as appropriate. Liaising and working with colleagues within the teams based at the Arrow Centre and external partners. Receiving and storing exhibits whilst maintaining the continuity and integrity of the exhibits. Undertaking training and development to attain levels of competence and to maintain competence. Solving problems and contributing to the continuous improvement of the FAS Drugs laboratory. Providing statements of evidence for continuity for exhibits when requested from the Court. Providing DNA and fingerprint samples for the purposes of elimination and for storage on national databases. To participate in Career Conversation process and take responsibility for identifying your own professional and career development needs.

Training Outcome:

Opportunity to develop skills, knowledge and experience in the support staff functions of Nottinghamshire Police, giving you the chance to become a valued member of one of our many departments within Headquarters.

Employer Description:
Nottinghamshire Police is committed to Equality & Diversity and is keen to recruit people with a wide range of skills and experiences and an understanding of cultural issues. We are particularly encouraging females and other under-represented groups within Nottinghamshire including those with a disability to join us.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday: hours to be confirmed

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative