Laboratory Analyst

Celnor Group; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Annual bonus (2.5%)

Free on-site parking

Health and wellbeing programme

Life insurance (2x salary)

Referral bonus £1,000

Sick pay & enhanced maternity/paternit

Christmas shutdown

Job summary

Chemtech Environmental, part of the Celnor Group, is hiring a Laboratory Analyst to support daily lab operations in Southampton. The role covers sample preparation, basic chemical analysis, equipment checks and occasional site sampling.

We value organisation, attention to detail and hands-on teamwork. Ideal candidates will have GCSEs English and Maths, strong Excel skills and the ability to work independently with good judgment in a busy environment.

Qualifications

• GCSEs or equivalent in English and Maths; basic understanding of chemistry desirable.
• Strong attention to detail with good organisational and time-management skills.
• Confident verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work independently using good judgement while being a team player.
• Reliable, self-motivated and able to meet deadlines in a busy environment.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, with lab or environmental sample experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and processing household waste, soil, water and other environmental samples ready for laboratory analysis.
• Carrying out basic chemical analysis and updating worklists, preparation logs and sample records.
• Managing sample storage, subsampling, fixing and disposal per procedures.
• Carrying out soil sampling and supporting water monitoring at customer sites as needed.
• Performing daily equipment checks, calibrations, temperature monitoring and basic troubleshooting.
• Supporting internal and external quality control activities and non-conforming investigations.
• Maintaining stock levels and good housekeeping; communicating with customers and colleagues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Time management

Education

GCSEs English and Maths

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Laboratory Analyst

Department: Laboratory

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Southampton

Compensation: £26,250 / year

Description

Laboratory Analyst 08.00-16.00 Monday-Friday Chemtech Environmental Who we are

At Chemtech Environmental, we like to think of ourselves as an extension of your team — the kind that adds value without adding hassle (and yes, the sample containers are free). We keep things simple, personal and practical, offering tailored solutions and responsive support through our network of regional laboratories. With years of industry experience behind us, we help clients get the answers they need, make smart decisions and keep projects moving — all while sweating the small stuff so they don’t have to.

We’re filthy and we’re proud of it

Part of the Celnor Group

Celnor Group is a UK-based environmental services group operating across the Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance (TICC) landscape. With a growing portfolio of specialist businesses, Celnor provides essential services that protect people, property and the environment.

While each business retains its own identity, culture and technical specialism, all are supported by a central group function that invests in people, systems and long-term sustainable growth.

Job details

At Chemtech Environmental, we like to keep things simple: great science, accurate results and brilliant service.

We provide environmental testing and analytical services to customers across a wide range of industries, combining technical expertise with a genuinely personal approach. We’re big enough to deliver, but still small enough to sweat the small stuff.

We’re looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our team and support the smooth day-to-day running of the laboratory. This is a varied, hands on role covering everything from sample preparation and basic chemical analysis through to equipment checks, sample storage and even occasional site sampling.

If you’re organised, practical, detail-focused and don’t mind getting stuck in, we’d love to hear from you.

What you will do

No two days will look exactly the same, but your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and processing household waste, soil, water and other environmental samples ready for laboratory analysis.
• Carrying out basic chemical analysis and accurately updating worklists, preparation logs and sample records.
• Managing sample storage, subsampling, fixing and disposal in line with laboratory procedures.
• Carrying out soil sampling and supporting water monitoring activities at customer sites when required.
• Completing daily equipment checks, calibrations, temperature monitoring and basic troubleshooting or maintenance.
• Supporting internal and external quality control activities, including AQC materials, contamination checks, proficiency testing and non-conforming work investigations.
• Maintaining stock levels, good housekeeping and effective communication with customers and colleagues across the business.

Who you are

• You don’t necessarily need years of laboratory experience. We’re looking for someone with the right attitude, attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• GCSEs or equivalent in English and Maths, with a basic understanding of chemistry desirable.
• Strong attention to detail with good organisational and time-management skills.
• Confident verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work independently using good judgement, while also being a supportive team player.
• Reliable, self-motivated and comfortable working to deadlines in a busy environment.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, with laboratory or environmental sample experience desirable.
• Flexible, positive and hands‑on, with a willingness to learn and get involved where needed.

Join us

You’ll be joining a business where your contribution matters and where professionalism, integrity and teamwork are genuinely valued. As part of the wider Celnor Group, you’ll benefit from group‑wide investment, shared expertise and opportunities to develop your career as the organisation continues to grow.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays — and it increases the longer you stick around.
• Annual bonus (2.5%) linked to both your performance and the company’s success — win together, celebrate together.
• Free on-site parking, because the only thing you should be hunting for at work is results, not a parking space.
• Health and wellbeing programme to help keep both mind and body in good working order.
• Life insurance (2x salary) for a little extra peace of mind.
• Referral bonus of £1,000 if you bring great people into the team.
• Sick pay and enhanced maternity & paternity pay to support you when life happens.
• Christmas shutdown, giving you proper time to switch off, relax and enjoy the festive season.

Important information

Celnor Group and its businesses manage recruitment directly. We do not require agency support for this role and will only engage with recruitment partners from our preferred supplier list where necessary.

We may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to support parts of the recruitment process. AI is not used for candidate screening, scoring or hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are made by people, for people. Our recruitment systems are ISO 42001 accredited, reflecting our commitment to ethical, transparent and responsible use of technology.