Laboratory Technician - LC/MS (PFAS Lab)

Bureau Veritas is a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) services, operating across various industries to help clients manage risk, enhance performance, and ensure compliance with quality, health and safety, environmental, and social responsibility standards. 

As an accredited certification body, Bureau Veritas attests that management systems, services, and personnel comply with specific standards, facilitating market access and enhancing brand reputation. We offer tailored services across multiple sectors, including Buildings and Infrastructure, Agri-Food, Automotive and Transport, Marine and Offshore, and Power and Utilities. Our services include laboratory and on-site analyses to verify that products and commodities meet required properties, standards, and regulations and on-site evaluations to ensure that products, services, assets, and installations are manufactured or operating as intended, thereby controlling quality and verifying compliance with regulatory requirements. 

Bureau Veritas is a “Business to Business to Society” company aiming to foster trust among businesses, public authorities, and consumers. We integrate sustainability into our core strategy, offering services that help clients navigate challenges related to safety, environmental protection, social responsibility, and product or service quality throughout the supply chain.

Who we need

We are hiring Laboratory Technicians – LC/MS (PFAS Lab) to join our Environmental Laboratory team in Mississauga.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced analytical laboratory role focused primarily on environmental sample extraction and preparation for LC/MS analysis, with a strong emphasis on accuracy, compliance, and quality data production.

You will work in a high-volume lab environment where precision, consistency, and adherence to procedures are essential. This is a replacement hiring need due to increased operational demand, and we are seeking individuals who thrive in structured laboratory settings and enjoy practical, detail-oriented technical work.

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Mississauga, working Monday to Thursday from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, totaling 40 hours per week, with potential overtime depending on volume.

What's in it for you

Gain specialized analytical laboratory experience. You will build hands-on expertise in environmental sample extraction, clean-up techniques, and LC/MS preparation workflows used to detect contaminants of environmental concern.

Work in a technically skilled, collaborative team. You will join a team of scientific professionals working together to deliver high-quality, defensible environmental data that supports regulatory and environmental decision-making.

Develop advanced laboratory skills. You will gain exposure to multiple test codes, sample handling techniques, and method development activities, strengthening your technical foundation in a regulated lab environment.

Opportunity to contribute to method improvement. You will be involved in continuous improvement initiatives, including suggestions for process efficiency, quality enhancement, and workflow optimization.

How you will make an impact

• Perform environmental sample extraction and preparation. You will carry out sample handling, extraction, and clean-up procedures for environmental matrices using established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure data quality and sample integrity. You will follow strict SOPs to maintain sample integrity and produce high-quality, defensible analytical results.
• Prepare reagents and standards. You will prepare analytical reagents and standards required for extraction and LC/MS workflows.
• Maintain laboratory equipment. You will verify, calibrate, and maintain volumetric devices and other laboratory equipment to ensure accurate and reliable performance.
• Support documentation and traceability. You will maintain clear, accurate records to ensure full traceability and reconstruction of all laboratory activities.
• Support continuous improvement. You will assist in method development and validation activities under the guidance of senior chemists and supervisors, and contribute ideas to improve efficiency and quality.
• Maintain lab operations and safety. You will support general laboratory duties including cleaning glassware, archiving samples, managing consumables, and maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

What you bring

• Education and laboratory foundation. You have a post-secondary diploma or degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline. Laboratory coursework or hands-on academic lab experience is required, with 1+ year of laboratory experience considered a strong asset.
• Hands-on technical laboratory skills. You have experience with sample handling and core laboratory techniques such as pipetting, extraction methods (e.g., SPE, LLE), or similar workflows. Exposure to automated laboratory equipment is considered an asset.
• Strong adherence to procedures and quality standards. You are comfortable working in a structured laboratory environment and consistently follow SOPs, quality systems, and safety requirements.
• Attention to detail and documentation. You take pride in producing accurate, high-quality work and maintaining clear, complete, and traceable laboratory records.
• Accountability and teamwork. You are dependable, take ownership of your work, and contribute effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment. You are comfortable working with repetitive workflows, maintaining focus under pressure, and meeting production timelines while remaining open and motivated to learn new methods and skills.

Compensation 

• This posting is for existing vacancies.
• The salary range for this role is $16.00 to $18.00 per hour. Our salary ranges reflect the range of skills and experience required for the posted position. The final offer amount for this role will depend on geographical region, applicable experience, internal equity, and the skillset of the candidate.
• Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support parts of the recruitment and selection process; however, all hiring decisions are made by our hiring managers and talent acquisition team

Why join us 

At Bureau Veritas, you will be part of a global team dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the world. With over 83,000 employees across 140 countries, we are committed to creating a safer, more sustainable future. Our mission goes beyond compliance—protecting lives, preserving the planet, and driving positive change. 

As a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification, we embrace innovation and strive for excellence. You will work alongside passionate experts shaping the future of environmental testing. Join a team united by shared values and a commitment to building a better tomorrow. Together, we are reimagining industries and leading the way in sustainability. Apply now If you have 70 percent of what we are looking for and 100 percent authenticity and passion, express your interest here.

What you can expect from our recruitment process

• A virtual interview with a Talent Advisor to express your interest in the role and share your experience. 
• An in-person interview with the hiring manager to assess your laboratory knowledge, attention to detail, and fit for the team environment.

Bureau Veritas is firmly committed to diversity within its community and welcomes applications from racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, veterans, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and those who contribute to the diversification of ideas. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices. Please contact us at View email address on bureauveritas.applytojob.com if you require accommodations at any stage of the interview process.

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