Laboratory Technician

TN United Kingdom; Belfast; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading testing, inspection, and certification company as a Laboratory Technician in Belfast. You will perform analytical testing, manage results, and support continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires prior lab experience and strong communication skills. Enjoy various employee benefits including performance bonuses, private medical cover, and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Performance related bonus

Private medical cover

Competitive pension scheme

Generous Annual Leave allowance

Retailer Discounts

Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay

Length of Service Awards

Christmas Vouchers

Health & Wellbeing initiatives

Discounted Gym Membership

Qualifications

• Prior lab experience in a high-standards testing environment.
• Familiarity with LIMS systems and standard laboratory procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis on samples using established test procedures.
• Record and manage results in LIMS.
• Collaborate with inspection teams to meet turnaround times.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication

Education

GCSEs (A–C) in Science, Maths, and English

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Join the world’s leading testing, inspection, and certification company

SGS is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support analytical testing at our Belfast laboratory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform analysis on samples using established test procedures, ensuring results meet client and internal quality standards.
• Record and manage results in LIMS (e.g., CCLAS).
• Conduct SQC and Round Robin tests, investigating and acting on any non-conformances.
• Collaborate with inspection teams to meet turnaround times and maintain customer satisfaction.
• Support continuous improvement and training initiatives within the lab.

Qualifications:

• Prior lab experience in a high-standards testing environment.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Familiarity with LIMS systems (desirable) and standard laboratory procedures.
• Minimum GCSEs (A–C) in Science, Maths, and English (or equivalent).
• A full driving licence is essential.

Additional Information:

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:

• Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
• Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
• Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• Retailer Discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
• Length of Service Awards
• Christmas Vouchers
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Discounted Gym Membership

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

APPLY NOW for full consideration. If selected for an interview or further consideration, we will contact you directly.