Hands-on Analytical Lab Support Specialist

SLR Consulting; Baldhu; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Life, income, and travel insurance

Salary sacrifice car lease

Job summary

SLR Consulting in Baldhu, Cornwall, is seeking an Assistant Laboratory Analyst to join its Analytical Team at Wheal Jane Earth Science Park. You will assist with the preparation of ore samples for elemental analysis and support daily lab operations.

This full-time role involves cleaning, stock management and routine laboratory maintenance. Typical hours are 08:30–16:30, with flexibility to meet operational demands as required. Training is provided for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Effective time management and organisational abilities.
• The ability to carry out quality control tests accurately and efficiently.
• A safe and responsible approach to laboratory work.
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
• An understanding of the commercial importance of laboratory outputs and the ability to prioritise work accordingly.
• A minimum qualification of GCSE (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics and Science.

Responsibilities

• Preparing ore, metallurgical and test work samples for analysis.
• Cleaning, maintaining and organising laboratory work areas to ensure a safe and efficient working environment.
• Washing, drying and storing laboratory equipment, glassware and consumables.
• Preparing laboratory reagents, solutions and consumables for use by Analytical Chemists.
• Assisting laboratory staff with routine sample preparation and analytical support activities.
• Monitoring and replenishing laboratory consumables and chemical stocks.
• Disposing of chemicals and laboratory waste safely and in accordance with company procedures.
• Maintaining, calibrating and cleaning laboratory equipment.
• Entering sample information into the laboratory tracking system.
• Supporting the wider Analytical Team with day-to-day laboratory operations as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Independent work

Communication

Education

GCSE English/Math/Science

Job description

SLR Consulting in Baldhu, Cornwall, is seeking an Assistant Laboratory Analyst to join its Analytical Team at Wheal Jane Earth Science Park. You will assist with the preparation of ore samples for elemental analysis and support daily lab operations.

This full-time role involves cleaning, stock management and routine laboratory maintenance. Typical hours are 08:30–16:30, with flexibility to meet operational demands as required. Training is provided for the right candidate.