Lab Technician – Micro

About the role

The role is responsible for defining, developing and implementing optimal brewery‑wide microbiological standards and work practices to ensure compliance with microbiological process and product specifications.

Key responsibilities

• Sampling is carried out according to manualised methods and samples are identified, verified and handled to retain integrity.
• Laboratory analyses are performed using fundamental techniques, with accurate results generated and recorded at specified times.
• Equipment is prepared, maintained, calibrated and calibration records are kept up‑to‑date.
• Compliance with PPE policy, lab safety rules, chemical handling procedures and hazardous substance disposal is ensured.
• Non‑conformances and out‑of‑control situations are identified, reported and managed according to procedures.

Required profile

• Good knowledge of microbiology laboratory systems, processes and analyses.
• Understanding of HACCP, GMP standards and CIP requirements.
• Experience applying problem‑solving techniques and statistical analysis in a laboratory setting.

Required skills

• Microbiology laboratory techniques
• HACCP implementation
• GMP compliance
• CIP procedures
• Statistical analysis
• PC literacy for data recording and equipment calibration