Analytiker/-in Labor ARA, Gewässerschutzlabor — Kantonale Verwaltung Zürich

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The water protection laboratory carries out analyses on water bodies and in the vicinity of the wastewater treatment plant (ARA). On the basis of studies of wastewater and sewage sludge, material inputs, pollution and risks for the environment can be detected at an early stage and the effectiveness of measures can be assessed. The expertise in the team also supports the assessment of water pollution and enables sound reporting. In this versatile function, you are the central interface between sampling in the field, precise laboratory analysis and technical advice for plant operators in the Canton of Zurich. Their tasks

• Monitoring of private and municipal sewage treatment plants in the Canton of Zurich, including routine on-site sampling and subsequent chemical-physical laboratory analyses
• Plausibilization of measurement results by comparison with plant data as well as quality assurance reporting by means of LIMS
• Conduct collaborative trials for ARA and actively participate in external collaborative trials to ensure the highest analytical standards
• Technical advice and support to operators in dealing with operational disruptions and incidents
• Professional sample preparation and treatment of sewage sludges
• Treatment of water pollution through targeted laboratory analyses and the preparation of the corresponding test reports
• You have a passion for environmental analysis and appreciate the change between laboratory work and outdoor operations.
• Completed training as a chemical laboratory technician, environmental technician; ideally training as a sewage treatment specialist
• In-depth knowledge in the physicochemical analysis of water and sewage sludges
• Experience in dealing with LIMS (laboratory information and management systems) and MS Office applications
• Ideally, knowledge of water regulations and limit values (especially in the Canton of Zurich)
• Possession of a valid category B driving licence (mandatory for sampling tours)
• Good written and oral German skills This is what awaits you
• Exciting tasks with real environmental relevance - taking on A lot of personal responsibility
• A dedicated team that sticks together and in which you quickly become part of the whole
• Working with modern analytical methods and up-to-date work equipment Your contacts Mathias Meya Group Manager Laboratory ARA +41 43 259 91 61 Edith Durisch Section Manager +41 43 259 91 52 Dear personnel service providers! Unfortunately, we cannot take account of dossiers relating to fees. Only direct applications will be answered and considered in the selection process. The Office for Waste, Water, Energy and Air is committed to a healthy, safe and attractive environment in the Canton of Zurich. We ensure the protection and sustainable use of natural resources in the Canton of Zurich. As a supervisory authority, we ensure the supply of clean drinking water and electrical energy, the environmentally friendly disposal of waste and wastewater and protection against flooding. This is what 270 employees are committed to every day. If you associate a complicated, dusty administration with us, you are wrong. We work collegially, uncomplicated and performance-oriented. Flexible working hours and mobile work are just as much a matter of course for us as the opportunity to develop professionally and personally. We offer... Lunch-Check a diverse catering offer thanks to Lunch-Check Fair salaries a fair wage with transparent wage system and allowances according to function of seniority gift appreciation for many years of work with attractive seniority gifts Flexible working time models flexible working time models that are oriented to life phases Dealing on equal terms appreciative cooperation on equal terms Other interesting positions at the Canton of Zurich All vacancies

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