We supply the sustainable and innovative paints and coatings that our customers, communities – and the environment – are increasingly relying on. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering paints company that’s committed to science-based targets and is taking genuine action to address globally relevant challenges and protect future generations.

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Technical Specialist – Concrete, Mortars, and Cementitious Coatings

Location: First year based in Leyland, Lancashire then permanently based in Felling, Gateshead

£competitive salary plus benefits (including relocation support)

We’ve been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there’s a good chance you’re only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It’s what you’d expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.

Job Purpose 
You will develop, prepare, execute and analyse research elements as a member of our R&D team to gain insights into new development and improve existing research methodology in line with our R&D strategy. You could be involved in developing new products, technologies and test methods as well as developing a fundamental understanding of key product attributes or testing/supporting existing products, processes and systems.

Job Responsibilities 
•    Act as a consultant & provide guidance/coaching to colleagues.
•    Use your knowledge to develop technically feasible solutions that meet customer needs.
•    Support assessment of technologies, processes & capabilities.
•    Effectively execute assigned projects/activities.
•    Proactively look for & implement new techniques/methodologies.
•    Contribute to AkzoNobel technical forums.
•    Identify & exploit all opportunities to develop solutions that meet customer needs.
•    Work & operate safely.

Job Requirements 
•    A degree or greater in Chemistry or similar
•    Experience in a similar R&D role.
•    Able to nurture & motivate colleagues.
•    Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
•    Enjoys a collaborative working environment where supporting colleagues is key.
•    Good at building relationships.
•    Well organised & with an eye for detail.

What do we Offer at AkzoNobel 
We offer great personal development opportunities and roles with breadth, depth of scope and impact. We also offer comprehensive packages including:
•    Competitive Salary (depending on experience).
•    25 days holiday excluding bank holidays.
•    Income protection.
•    Staff discount at Dulux Decorator Centre stores.
•    Employee Assistance Programme.
•    Employee Life Assurance.
•    Company pension.
•    product discounts.
•    Flexible benefits scheme offering benefits including Gymflex, retail card, dental cover and more!

We have been inventing the future for more than two centuries and need people like you to be part of the team.  Apply online via the link and we will get right back to you.

We are advocates of a healthy work life balance and mental wellbeing. We are happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles. 

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.