Balmoral, a division of Balmoral Group, is a trusted partner to the global offshore energy sector. We offer unrivalled technical expertise, a vast project track record and evidenced-based buoyancy, protection and insulation product solutions, market innovator for buoyancy, protection and insulation product solutions.
Balmoral Group was established in 1980 and is a privately owned company headquartered in Aberdeen, Scotland. Employing over 400 people and operating from a modern custom-built complex, the company’s products are used around the world.
We are looking for a Laboratory Support Operator. The successful applicant must be highly motivated and able to work as part of a team. They will machine and test samples to specified standards, to prepare moulds and support departmental cutting, testing and trial requirements.
Main Responsibilities

• Performing general sample management tasks.
• Preparation of test samples using cutting equipment (band saws, router, lathe, sanders, lab CNC machine etc).
• Preparation of moulds (cleaning, assembly etc).
• Assisting in trials undertaken by the department (gathering of chemicals/materials, weighing and mixing materials) .
• Undertaking testing in accordance with procedures and international standards.
• Work in a clean, tidy and safe manner.
• Departmental upkeep (cleaning, replenishing, painting, minor repairs etc).
• May be required to work shifts in accordance with operational requirements.

What are we looking for?
Qualifications:

• Candidates with a good standard of general education; 'O' grades/Standards Grade/National Qualifications
• Arithmetic, Physics and/or Chemistry, Mathematics and English.
• Practical woodworking or technical studies.

Experience Required:

• Working with general hand tools
• Working with cutting machinery
• Awareness of working with chemicals safely

Desirable:

• Previous experience working in a Laboratory and test environment
• Cutting/Machining experience

Skills/Training Required:

• Proficient in MS Office, including recording basic test results.
• Flexible approach to working hours
• Ability to multi-task

What’s in it for you?
Working at Balmoral comes with a number of benefits including:

• Competitive salary
• Company pension
• Starting on 33 days (pro-rated) annual leave, increasing with length of service
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance (death in service)
• Access to an employee discount website
• Employee long service rewards scheme
• Flexible Benefits including;
• Bike to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme etc.

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.
Please note that Balmoral is unable to support employment visa sponsorship at this time.
To apply for this role please upload your CV to Balmoral Group job vacancies at www.balmoral-group.com/company/careers
Job Type: Full-time
Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Aberdeen, AB12 3GY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person