Environmental Laboratory Technician

Skills 4 Pharmacy; Bentley; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Skills 4 Pharmacy in the United Kingdom is offering a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship. You will prepare samples for chemical analysis, assist with testing, operate analytical equipment under supervision, and maintain records in a clean, compliant lab environment.

As your skills develop, you'll gain exposure to specialist testing techniques used across environmental and industrial sectors, with training through the Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship track.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths, English and Science at grade 4/C or higher.
• Chemistry knowledge is desirable but not essential.
• No prior laboratory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for chemical analysis
• Assist with laboratory testing procedures
• Operate analytical equipment under supervision
• Record and interpret test data
• Maintain laboratory documentation and records
• Follow quality assurance procedures
• Assist with sample receipt and tracking
• Support equipment calibration and maintenance
• Learn laboratory best practices and testing standards
• Maintain a clean and organised laboratory environment
• Follow strict health, safety, and environmental procedures

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Procedural compliance

Organisational skills

IT literacy

Enthusiasm to learn

Education

GCSE Maths English and Science

Chemistry qualification desirable

Job description

Prepare samples for chemical analysis

• Assist with laboratory testing procedures
• Operate analytical equipment under supervision
• Record and interpret test data
• Maintain laboratory documentation and records
• Follow quality assurance procedures
• Assist with sample receipt and tracking
• Support equipment calibration and maintenance
• Learn laboratory best practices and testing standards
• Maintain a clean and organised laboratory environment
• Follow strict health, safety, and environmental procedures

As your skills develop, you'll gain exposure to specialist testing techniques used across environmental and industrial sectors.

Interest in Chemistry and Laboratory Science

• Strong attention to detail
• Good numerical and analytical skills
• Ability to follow procedures accurately
• Strong organisational skills
• Basic IT competency
• Reliable and professional approach
• Enthusiasm to learn and develop

Entry Requirements:

• GCSE Maths, English, and Science (Grade 4/C or above preferred)
• Chemistry qualification desirable but not essential
• No previous laboratory experience required

Training & Development

You will complete a:

Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship

Developing skills in:

• Analytical Testing
• Sample Preparation
• Laboratory Quality Systems
• Scientific Data Recording
• Health & Safety
• Laboratory Equipment Operation, GCSEs in Maths, English, and a science subject (or equivalent) at grade 4-9 or equivalent.

Personal Qualities

• Ability to work unsupervised following a planned work schedule
• Writing and numeracy skills
• Familiarity with computers / keyboards / typing skills
• Word, Excel, Access - statistics, graphs, data analysis
• General awareness of importance of safety, and in particular safety issues of working in a laboratory.

Skills Required

• Ability to work unsupervised following a planned work schedule
• Basic writing and numeracy skills
• Familiarity with computers / keyboards / typing skills
• Word, Excel, Access - statistics, graphs, data analysis
• General awareness of importance of safety, and in particular safety issues of working in a laboratory., Because of the technical experience you will gain from working in a laboratory, you will gain skills which many graduates have yet to develop. If you have practical ability, ability to solve problems and good communication skills there are opportunities for progression towards higher qualifications.