Data Analyst

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Data Analyst
Structural Column Testing
Engineering Industry
DE24 Derby - Office Based
£28,000 - £30,000 DOE
Mon-Fri Day Shifts 

This organisation is a leading independent provider of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) services in the UK, specialising in the Structural Testing and Analysis of Lighting Columns within the Street Lighting and Rail Sectors.

Everyone in the team plays a key role, and the responsibilities of this position are pivotal to ongoing success. You will be supporting project activities, carrying out analysis of test results, producing reports and certificates, liaising with customers, working alongside the Operations Manager, and providing ongoing support and training to technicians.
 
The Role - Data Analyst:

Spend your first two months in the field to gain hands-on experience with our technology and testing processes
Learn and apply structural testing methods 
Become proficient in their custom software, which runs through Excel to produce analytical graphs
Interpret structural data and generate clear, accurate test results and certificates
Communicate directly with clients and customers via email, providing updates and documentation
Provide support to the Operations Manager and assist field technicians with ongoing projects and training 
The Candidate - Data Analyst:

Good interpersonal skills to liaise with Customers and field technicians
Full clean UK driving licence
Street Lighting and Rail Experience desired, (full training provided)
Lives within a commutable distance to Allenton DE24
A strong work ethic, well-organised ability to work under own initiative
Intermediate level Excel (Lookups, Pivots etc)
A strong desire to extend current experience in data analysis to a high level of commercial competence is a must 
Good investigative and comprehension skills
Diagnostic, analytical and process skills with attention to detail 
Salary/Package - Data Analyst:

Salary £28,000-£30,000 DOE
Monday-Friday shifts - Derby
Company pension scheme
31 days holidays (including bank holidays)
Internal courses Manual Handling: First Aid, G39, Sign Lighting & Guarding, 360 Degree Operation of Tracked Vehicle, HERS Accreditation Portfolio Courses. 
Interested? To apply for this Data Analyst / Operations Assistant position, here are your two options: 

  1. "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let’s talk through your experience. Ask for Emma Gilmore on (phone number removed) between 7.30am - 4.30pm.
  2. "I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know - (url removed)
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