Interesting pathology in an even more interesting location Where you’ll be working You will be based in the lab of a tertiary level hospital, servicing a network of six public hospital laboratories. The laboratory is classified as a Category GX laboratory and is responsible for providing supervision and support to the other five regional (Category B) laboratories. The service includes microbiology (bacteriology, mycobacteriology, mycology, molecular microbiology, parasitology, and serology), anatomical pathology, chemical pathology, haematology, blood transfusion, forensic pathology and genomics. The tropical location combined with a patient population ensures medical staff are exposed to a wide range of interesting and varied clinical presentations. The Job Dates: ASAP - ongoing Hours: Mon-Fri 8 hours per day Rate: $2500 per day Provisions: Travel, accommodation and hire car provided Requirements General Anatomical Pathology experience Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (FRCPA) About us Elective Recruitment is a person-centred recruitment consultancy. Your career progression is just as important to us as is your wellbeing and work-life balance. We are not just another recruitment company; we do things our way and we consult. We have a very clear vision: create great careers, better lifestyles, add value - and we won’t stop until this is achieved. For access to locum pathologist jobs in Australia join our network today. For a confidential discussion contact the Elective Recruitment Team at +61 2 9137 4300, or apply now! ....Read more...
Quality and Technical Manager – Non Alcoholic Drinks Brand – Buckinghamshire – Salary Negotiable Join a leading premium drinks FMCG business known for delivering exceptional products crafted with passion and expertise. Their commitment to quality and innovation drives everything we do, from fermentation to packaging and beyond. This rapidly growing, innovative beverage manufacturer is seeking an experienced Head of Technical / Quality & Technical Manager to bridge the gap between R&D, NPD, production, commercial teams, and customers. This role requires deep technical problem-solving expertise combined with excellent interpersonal skills to translate information cross-functionally. The ideal candidate will be comfortable switching between strategic leadership and hands-on, detailed work within a small but ambitious team. The organization operates at the cutting edge of alcohol-free fermentation technology, offering a rare opportunity to lead technical operations in a highly innovative and evolving sector. This role carries significant responsibility, ensuring that advancements in R&D and NPD are translated quickly, accurately, and robustly into a commercial production environment.Company Benefits:
Competitive salary and benefits package.Opportunities for professional development and career growth.Join a passionate and dynamic team in a rapidly growing business.
The Quality and Technical Manager responsibilities:
Oversee end-to-end product quality, including production processes, SOPs, staff training, testing protocols, and continuous improvement.Monitor and analyse production data to ensure consistent, high-quality output.Maintain full ownership of quality compliance from goods-in to finished goods.
Work closely with production to develop systems that support strong data monitoring and operational control.Identify opportunities to enhance quality, efficiency, and performance through improved production processes.
Lead all accreditation processes (e.g., SALSA, BRC, and major retailer audit programmes).Maintain customer product specifications and ensure compliance with evolving standards.Manage relationships with external testing laboratories and ensure internal testing aligns with industry requirements.
Act as the operational link between Production and R&D teams to scope, define, and prioritise R&D projects.Translate scientific insights into practical production methods, ensuring robust implementation.Codify scientific processes to enable scalability across future production sites.
Work alongside engineering leads to specify, design, install, and commission new production equipment.Support troubleshooting and technical issue resolution as required.
The ideal Quality and Technical Manager Candidate:
A strong scientific background, ideally with experience in microbiology (a degree in microbiology or biochemistry advantageous).Technical leadership experience in beverages—preferably within beer, wine, or spirits.Demonstrable experience with SALSA, BRC, or major UK retailer audit processes.Proven ability to work cross-functionally across R&D, NPD, production, and commercial teams.A highly analytical mindset with the ability to interpret production and quality data to understand product behaviour.A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a bias for action and continuous improvement.Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work directly with both sales teams and customers.
If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CVs to Mark at COREcruitment / mark@corecruitment.comCOREcruitment are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors. We currently have over 1350 live roles across the UK, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North & Central America and South East Asia. To view other great opportunities please check out our website www.corecruitment.com or call us for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities. Likewise, if you are looking to recruit then we would love to hear from you. Follow COREcruitment on your favourite social networks - Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram....Read more...
The Job
The Company:
Market leader in the Infection Control Market.
Helping the NHS to be more sustainable and achieve their zero-carbon target.
Full product and ongoing personal development
Benefits of the National Territory Manager
£42k-£45k Basic salary plus bonuses
Car allowance
Pension
25 days annual leave
The Role of the National Territory Manager
We're looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join our clients expanding Commercial Team.
You will play an instrumental role in identifying and developing new business opportunities to rapidly increase the volume of sales into NHS hospitals and drive revenue growth in your territory.
You will be required to develop thorough knowledge of infectious disease, IP&C and antimicrobial technologies, and must keep up-to-date with the latest advancements in research.
You will be responsible for the full sales cycle and will need to interact with and develop strong relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders in the NHS.
This is an exciting role for a driven and committed individual with a passion to make a difference and is specifically designed to enable the successful candidate to grow their career as the organisation grows and enters new markets.
Although primarily home-based, the role will entail about 20% of time travelling within your territory
The Ideal Person for the National Territory Manager:
A relevant life science degree (microbiology, virology, immunology, epidemiology, etc.)
3+ years’ experience in healthcare sales
A natural relationship builder with strong written and verbal communication skills
Proactive problem solver, self-driven and motivated by challenges
Excited by the prospect of helping to scale a young company
A valid driving licence and willingness to travel (combination of remote working & regular regional/national travel).
If you think the role of National Territory Manager is for you, apply now!
Consultant: David Gray
Email: davidg@otrsales.co.uk
Tel no. 0208 397 4114
Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK.
About On Target
At On Target, we specialise in sales, technical and commercial jobs in the Engineering, Construction, Building Services, Medical & Scientific, and Commercial & Industrial Solutions sectors, enabling our consultants to become experts in their market sector. We place all levels of personnel, up to Director across the UK and internationally.....Read more...
Purpose of the role:
You’ll be a member of our Laboratory team from day 1, gaining experience in the various departments within the lab, whilst simultaneously, completing a two-year programme. You will gain a Level 3 BTEC in Applied Science and have a permanent role of Laboratory Technician at the end of the programme.
What’s in it for you?
As a valued member of our Laboratory Team, you can also look forward to benefits that amongst other things include the following: an excellent pension scheme and private health care. There’s a range of other benefits to help you make valuable tax and national insurance savings too.
Weekly Online Tutorials - Virtual classrooms to assist you as you gain your qualification.
A Vocational Skills Coach (VSC) to visit and/or assist you once every eight weeks.
If you’re ready to work in a dynamic environment alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, apply today!
Some of your daily duties will include:
Undertaking routine laboratory work in the microbiology and chemistry labs, performing analysis to CLAS, TLAS and UKAS/DEFRA standards.
Producing, analysing and interpreting data including the application of statistical techniques.
Using the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) in accordance with the procedures.
Communicating scientific information effectively.
Appropriately using scientific methods to identify the causes of problems and produce solutions.
Complying with food safety and HSE guidelines.
Co-operating in the continuous improvement of quality, safety and productivity standards.
Meeting housekeeping and hygiene standards individually and as part of a team.
Referring to the written methods when carrying out tasks to ensure accreditation compliance.
Carrying out instructions as given to you by management.
Training:You will undertake a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship with an Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' training provider, CSR Scientific Training, which will include:
Fully recognised apprenticeship qualification - Level 3 Laboratory Technician
On-the-job competency training
Theoretical knowledge - BTEC Level 3 Applied Science
The majority of your learning will be completed online once a week, with some face-to-face practical sessions/exams at a brand new state of the art teaching laboratory in Birmingham.
Upon successful completion, apprentices can apply for professional registration as a Registered Science Technician, RSciTech, with either the Institute of Physics, Royal Society of Chemistry or Royal Society of Biology.Training Outcome:Upon successful completion and attainment of the full qualifications, progression into a full-time role as a Laboratory Technician with further career progression opportunities beyond that within the laboratory and the business.Employer Description:You might not have heard of us but there’s a good chance you’ve enjoyed our products. We are one of the UK's biggest food businesses, supplying great tasting chicken and turkey to some of the biggest supermarkets and restaurants in the country.
It’s not what we do that sets us apart. It’s how we do it. Most importantly, it’s our team of dedicated colleagues that make it all possible. Our workforce is a melting pot of skills and expertise, with colleagues from the UK, Europe and beyond. We are proud to be a diverse, inclusive company where people oversee every part of a production process that stretches from farms and feed mills all the way to the customer’s door.
We work with integrity, accepting no less than the highest standards in all that we do. That’s why our customers trust us (and have done for the past 60 years).Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
The laboratories team, based in the Princess Margaret Laboratories and Elizabeth Creak Building is a central service support team responsible for the provision of laboratory services to the University.
We ensure the provision of practical classes to taught students and support to research students and staff in four key subject areas: Soils and Environmental Science; Microbiology, Molecular Biology and Animal Health; General Biology; Nutrition. We are a happy team consisting of 12 permanent staff with different professional backgrounds and experiences. We also have two placement students.
Support day-to-day running, safety, and cleanliness of laboratories.
Handle, store, and dispose of biological specimens (fresh, dried, frozen, or preserved) safely and in compliance with regulations.
Maintain and operate biological and analytical equipment following standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Prepare, set up, and clear away materials and specimens for practical classes.
Source and collect teaching materials such as weeds and anatomical specimens.
Liaise with tutors to interpret practical class requests, advise on resources, and manage requisitions.
Assist with and occasionally deliver practical demonstrations.
Support laboratory inductions and basic skills training for students and staff.
Participate in team meetings, health and safety inspections, and daily lock-up routines.
Maintain inventories, procure supplies, and communicate with suppliers and external contacts.
Undertake relevant training and work toward/maintain professional registration (e.g., RSci).
Provide routine technical assistance under supervision.
Follow established procedures for equipment use, safety, and specimen handling.
Assist with class preparation, demonstrations, and simple laboratory analyses.
Support research and teaching activities as directed.
Check and follow risk and COSHH assessments.
Work more independently in managing laboratory operations and resources.
Demonstrate and supervise students during practical classes, explaining methods and underlying theory.
Contribute to developing and adapting techniques for teaching and research.
Support and deliver laboratory inductions and skills training sessions.
Conduct laboratory analyses to a publishable standard.
Advise tutors on class design and resource optimisation.
Take a lead role in laboratory management, including safety, maintenance, and operational planning.
Develop and maintain SOPs; author and approve risk and COSHH assessments.
Supervise placement students and casual staff, including training, task allocation, and performance feedback.
Design and deliver advanced technical training and inductions.
Anticipate and plan for teaching and research needs, managing procurement proactively.
Develop and validate analytical techniques to support research and teaching innovation.
Provide expert advice to academic staff and collaborate across departments and institutions.
Hold or actively maintain professional registration (e.g., RSci).
Training:Over 33 months, you will develop your knowledge and skills in your chosen field to become a leader pushing development, knowledge generation and innovation. You will be provided with 6 hours per week by your employer to conduct learning and training during working hours. This can include theory training (for example, virtual lessons & online learning), alongside practical training (for example shadowing, mentoring, & time spent writing assignments. You’ll be trained by a team of expert tutors from Tiro as well as an experienced workplace mentor at Harper Adams University who, together, will make sure you develop the knowledge, skills, and work habits you’ll need to succeed in your career.Training Outcome:There’s no limit to what you can achieve while working with Harper Adams University. Their team is at the heart of what they do, and they are looking for someone who wants to play a key part in that long term. As a successful applicant, you have the potential to secure a full-time position with the business at the end of your apprenticeship. Through practical ‘on-the-job’ training you’ll have the opportunity to learn new skills to provide competency and responsibility in carrying out testing and to help develop your career. You can look forward to a range of potential career paths in industries such as construction, engineering, aerospace, automotive or research and development. There is a growing demand for skilled professionals who can ensure the quality and reliability of materials used in various sectors! Employer Description:Harper Adams University is a welcoming, forward-thinking community of over 600 employees working together to create real, lasting impact – ensuring that everyone, everywhere, can access sustainable food, land, and animal systems. Our work contributes directly to planetary health, animal welfare and ultimately human wellbeing. We’re passionate about what we do – and about the people we do it with.
We are deeply committed to the wellbeing and development of our colleagues. Our annual employee survey consistently tells us that staff are proud to work here, feel trusted to do their jobs, and are supported by their managers. Our inclusive and empowering culture is one of the many reasons our people stay, grow, and thrive.
Harper Adams is the UK’s leading specialist institution serving the agri-food, animal wellbeing, engineering and land management sectors. We are a world-respected provider of industry-led education and research in food production and technology, animal health, environmental sustainability and sustainable business. Our work is grounded through partnerships – with more than 1,100 organisations in the UK and beyond – that fuel our research, shape our teaching, and deliver genuine impact.
Our rural campus near Newport in Shropshire is supported by a growing site in Telford, offering a range of housing options and excellent rail and road connections to the West Midlands and beyond. We’ve invested more than £50 million in our estate in the last decade – including leading-edge teaching, research and veterinary facilities, modern laboratories, and a purpose-built Veterinary Services Centre. Our commercial farm spans 494 hectares and plays an active role in our education, research, and knowledge exchange.
We are proud to be the UK’s highest-ranked small specialist provider for the agri-food and animal wellbeing sectors, consistently delivering the largest cohort of graduates into these industries – with over 97 per cent going directly into employment. We currently welcome over 3,000 full- and part-time students across undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including subjects like agricultural engineering, veterinary nursing, business, land and property management, and veterinary medicine and surgery – the latter delivered through the Harper & Keele Veterinary School, established in 2020.Working Hours :Term time only, working 32 weeks per year.
37 hours per week.
Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm (flexibility required).Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working....Read more...
