Lab Support Assistant

Mitie Group plc.; Worthing; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitie Group plc is seeking a Lab Support Assistant for a permanent, full-time position in Worthing. The role involves managing inventory, preparing solutions and samples, and ensuring safe waste disposal.

You will calibrate and test equipment, and assist plant production as needed. The ideal candidate has a science background (preferably chemistry), shows meticulous attention to detail, and can work under strict processes.

Qualifications

• Science background with attention to precision and safety.
• Strong communication with internal and external teams.
• Ability to follow strict processes and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage laboratory inventory and stock.
• Prepare laboratory solutions and samples.
• Ensure laboratory waste is removed.
• Perform equipment calibration, checks, and functionality testing.
• Support plant production by covering related activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Methodical working

Education

Science education background (chemistry preferred)

Tools

Laboratory equipment calibration

Stock management systems

Job description

Job Title: Lab Support Assistant
Contract: Permanent
Type of Employment: Full Time
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £28,177 per annum
Location: GSK, Dominion Way, Worthing, West Sussex, England, BN14 8PB

We are looking for a Lab Support Assistant to join a well-established team and support our client in an integrated service.

Your key responsibilities will include managing laboratory inventory and stock, preparing laboratory solutions and samples, and ensuring laboratory waste is removed. You will also be responsible for equipment calibrations, checks, and functionality testing. Additionally, you will be required to support plant production by covering any activities that may arise.

To be successful in this role, you should have a science education background (preferably in chemistry), excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work methodically to strict processes and procedures. You should also be able to communicate effectively and foster good working relationships with a wide range of client, internal and external roles.

This may be a mobile role that requires some physical lifting, so being physically fit is essential. If you are accountable, legible, and accurate, then we want to hear from you!