On site Sampler

WHAT IS ON OFFER

Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for an On Site Sampler to join our team in Selby, UK. You will work as part of the Drax Sample & Sample Preparation Team, undertaking sampling and sample preparation duties in line with  AHKES methods and procedures. You will be responsible for conducting laboratory based physical testing of wood pellets for particle size, bulk density and mechanical durability and will collect samples from customer sites/ports and deliver the samples to AHK preparation facilities. 

Shift Pattern: 12 hour shift system basis, working a mix of days and nights.

ABOUT US

Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.

We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people. Click here to find out more about

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following:

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE 

Required Competencies

• Excellent communication, administrative and IT skills.
• Highly organised with strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly inform others.
• Strong relationship building skills internally and externally.
•  Highly motivated, with the ability to work on own initiative in a dynamic work environment with changing priorities.

Required Work Experience

•  Experience of working in sampling and sample preparation. 

Required Qualifications

•   Valid Clean UK Driving Licence

Desirable Qualifications

• IOSH Managing Safely Course 
• Safety Passport 

Travel 

•  Travel may be required to work between various AHK locations to support the business needs to fulfil the Drax contract.
• If required work in other locations with overnight stays where necessary. 

BENEFITS 

We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match including pension, life assurance and an employee assistance programme.

If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.

Alfred H Knight is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.