Junior Laboratory Assistant – Metals Lab Training

Pursuit Resources Group; Witham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance

Job summary

Pursuit Resources Group is recruiting an entry level Laboratory Assistant in Witham. No prior experience required; full training provided and salary £24,960–£26,256 per year plus 10% shift allowance. 37.5 hours weekly with 6–1, 1–8 shifts; driving licence preferred for porter duties.

Emphasis on accuracy, organisation and working under pressure. Role focuses on weighing techniques, quality standards and ISO awareness.

Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Discretion and confidentiality when handling information.
• Effective communication with peers and local management.
• Ability to prepare and weigh samples with speed and accuracy.
• Organised and disciplined approach to work.
• Must hold a valid driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Undertake consistent and accurate laboratory weighing techniques and manipulation skills.
• Carry out work in conformance with instructions, procedures and quality standards.
• Demonstrate understanding of material types and sample preparation requirements.
• If licensed, assist with porter duties using the company van.
• Learn and apply UKAS ISO 17025 and ISO 9001:2000 within the lab.
• Ensure equipment is used efficiently and maintained as directed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and tidy laboratory environment.
• Carry out other duties as directed by the Laboratory Supervisor.
• Assist the Team Leader in weighing samples accurately and within times.
• Report deviations or failures of methods and procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Discretion

Communication

Accuracy

Organisation

Driving licence

Education

GCSE level qualification

Job description

Pursuit Resources Group is recruiting an entry level Laboratory Assistant in Witham. No prior experience required; full training provided and salary £24,960–£26,256 per year plus 10% shift allowance. 37.5 hours weekly with 6–1, 1–8 shifts; driving licence preferred for porter duties.

Emphasis on accuracy, organisation and working under pressure. Role focuses on weighing techniques, quality standards and ISO awareness.