Vacant job

Do you want to help shape the circular society of the future? As NG Nordic's new Test Leader, you will contribute to the development of groundbreaking water purification technology targeting micro-pollutants in a dynamic and flexible research environment. Apply today!

About the Role

NG Nordic is a Nordic group offering services in environmental care and material efficiency. Their goal is to conserve natural resources and promote a circular economy. They improve material and energy efficiency for their customers by providing solutions for reuse, recycling, and final disposal, as well as services for soil remediation and environmental construction. NG Nordic operates in Sweden, Finland, Denmark, and Norway, and is now seeking a Test Leader/Test Operator for water purification within the Research and Development department.

What We Offer

Our client offers an stimulating workplace with freedom under responsibility and excellent opportunities for professional development. You will become part of a tight-knit and engaged team where senior colleagues support you and contribute their expertise.

Responsibilities

The role involves driving sub-projects within water purification, performing practical pilot and laboratory work, and documenting and analyzing data to develop new technologies for removing micro-pollutants.

• Daily operational control and measurements in water purification pilots
• Sampling and simpler chemical analyses in on-site laboratories
• Data documentation, logbook keeping, and deviation reporting
• Maintenance and improvement work on equipment
• Data processing and analysis in Excel
• Driving own sub-projects from start to finish
• Collaboration with colleagues and clients

We are looking for someone who has:

• Chemical or technical background, either through work experience or education
• Clear interest in technology and natural sciences
• Advanced English skills, both verbal and written
• Good computer literacy in Microsoft Office (primarily Excel)
• Category B driver's license, as some travel is required for the role

It is an advantage if you have:

• Operational experience with biological or chemical-physical water purification
• Background in the chemical industry or chemical process technology
• Experience as an operator in fields such as water purification or the paper industry
• Good knowledge of Swedish
• Education in environmental science or chemical engineering
• Experience in laboratory work, data analysis, and chemical analysis

To succeed in this role, you possess the following personal qualities:

• Respectful and without hierarchy
• Adaptable to change
• Goal-oriented
• Organized
• Responsible
• Intellectually curious

Other Information:

Start Date: Autumn 2026, according to agreement

Working Hours: Weekdays during the day, but certain phases of the projects may involve longer working days and evening work

Flexibility: Travel in the local area to collect materials and spare parts occurs occasionally. Work is usually planned well in advance, but urgent operational disruptions may require quick interventions. Flexibility and short notice periods are advantageous. The role involves both collaboration with colleagues and independent work, as well as the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Our Recruitment Process

This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work, and our client requests that all questions regarding the position be directed to Academic Work.

We apply rolling selection and will remove the advertisement when a sufficient number of candidates have reached the final stage of the recruitment process. A CV is required when applying. We do not use cover letters as a selection method, so one is not needed. The recruitment process includes two selection tests: a personality test and a cognitive ability test. The tests are tools to identify the candidate with the highest potential for the role while promoting equality, diversity, and a fair recruitment process.