Are you an individual with Mechanical or Chemistry testing experience?
Do you consider yourself to be proactive and an asset to a busy team?
Are you based in or around Trostre?
We have a Temporary Shift Technical Specialist role available within TATA Steel’s site. It's an opportunity to implement cutting-edge quality strategies, lead impactful projects, and be the driving force behind our pursuit of operational perfection
Role: Shift Technical Specialist
Location: Tata Steel, Trostre, Maes-Ar-Ddafen Road, Llanelli SA14 9SD (100% site based)
Pay: £(phone number removed)% Shift Allowance = £32383 per annum. Hourly this is £16.13ph
Contract length: 12 months initially
Shift Patterns: X2 days 06:00-18:00 and X2 nights 18:00-06:00 then X4 off
Start: January 2026 but pending the successful result of a medical, which does require a drug and alcohol test
Responsibilities:
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Supporting the manufacturing teams and various Steel product supply chains with process and environmental investigations
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Working with the Coordinator and Deputy Coordinator to complete compliance checks, standard and routine testing
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Liaising with stakeholders of all levels in a clear and concise manner and within an effective timeframe
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Sampling and testing against Tata procedure in support of the technical and manufacturing teams
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Producing accurate reports containing results and if required, actions
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Carrying out detailed investigations with strong analytical technique
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Monitoring process and product consistency
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Ensuring all stakeholders are informed and aware of data and performance per shift
Essential requirements:
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Mechanical or Chemistry testing experience (2+ years)
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Driving licence and access to own vehicle (due to the size and nature of the site)
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HNC (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Metallurgy or related subject (advantageous)
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Sound understanding of all laboratory and sampling procedures
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Great knowledge of process terminology
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Some experience with mainframe systems, database and spreadsheet software (desirable)
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Confidence liaising with stakeholders of all levels
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Strong verbal and written communication skill
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Good IT literacy, especially with MS office including Word, Outlook, teams and Excel
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Capability of using own initiative and applying a proactive approach to tasks
Benefits:
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Advice and editing on your current CV
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Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role
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Paid holiday
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Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts
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Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend
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Opportunity for progression into permanent roles
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Competitive rates of pay
If you are interested please reply to this email and we can go from there!
All applicants are subject to checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, Medical assessment, Drug and Alcohol Test and reference checks
