Laboratory Administrator

Socotec Uk & Ireland; England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland is seeking a Laboratory Administrator to support our Materials testing lab. The role involves booking schedules, providing turnaround times to clients and data input.

You will handle invoicing and accruals, develop Microsoft Excel skills, and communicate professionally with customers. This position offers hybrid/office-based work within SOCOTEC's UK operations.

Qualifications

• Microsoft Excel proficiency and data-entry skills.
• Accurate typing across documents and reports.
• Professional email communication with customers.

Responsibilities

• Book in client schedules and provide turnaround times.
• Input data into worksheets and verify accuracy.
• Invoicing and accruals management.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Accurate typing

Email writing

Job description

Job Description

Laboratory Administrator

Are you interested in Materials/Geotechnical testing? This could be your opportunity to excel as a Laboratory Administrator, playing a vital role in supporting SOCOTEC’s continued success.

As SOCOTEC grows, so do our teams. We’re looking for a dedicated Laboratory Administrator to join our Materials testing lab and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride.

We are seeking a proactive, reliable, and flexible Lab administrator to join our Materials lab. In this role, you’ll need the confidence to work independently, alongside the ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team. A background in the industry, along with knowledge of Materials lab testing, is none essential but ideal in this position.

The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):

• Book in schedules and give turnaround times to clients
• Data input work sheets and check
• Finance aspects such as accruals and invoicing

Qualifications

To be a successful Laboratory Administrator, you should be able to demonstrate:

• Microsoft skills, especially excel
• accurate typing
• Email writing and dealing with customers professionally

Additional Information

Why SOCOTEC?

Join a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we're not just delivering services - we're shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation

What sets us apart? Our people. We've built our reputation on attracting exceptional talent like you and empowering them to deliver excellence at every turn. Our comprehensive range of TIC services means you'll have the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.

In this role, you won't just be another employee - you'll be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry's finest professionals.

Your Career, Your Way

Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines - all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.

Work your Way

Local, national, or global projects. Office-based, remote, or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.

Committed to Your Growth

From day one, you'll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programs. We support every step of your professional journey. #YouGrowWeGrow

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.