Laboratory Support

SGS; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Private medical cover

Competitive pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Retailer discounts

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Length of service awards

Christmas vouchers

Health & wellbeing initiatives

Additional day off for birthday

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

SGS in Glasgow is seeking a reliable Laboratory Support to keep lab areas clean, stocked and compliant. This 35‑hour/week role focuses on housekeeping, stock control and general maintenance rather than scientific testing.

You will support the laboratory team by maintaining a safe, efficient work environment and helping prep basic materials as directed. This entry‑level position suits hands‑on individuals valued for attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory support, cleaning, housekeeping, facilities, or similar environment.
• Enjoys practical hands‑on work and maintains high standards.
• Strong attention to detail and a reliable approach.
• Comfortable following procedures and working safely.
• A team player who enjoys supporting others.

Responsibilities

• Keep laboratory areas clean, tidy, and compliant with procedures.
• Manage and replenish laboratory stock and consumables.
• Prepare basic laboratory materials and reagents following instructions.
• Handle waste disposal and support autoclave activities.
• Complete routine documentation and records accurately.
• Support scientists by ensuring labs are organised and ready for daily activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Team player

Job description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.

SGS's Life Sciences services support the pharmaceutical, biotech, and healthcare sectors with expert testing, clinical research, auditing, and certification-ensuring product safety, quality, and regulatory compliance from development to market.

Job Description

• Job Title: Laboratory Support
• Job Type: Permanent
• Location: Glasgow
• Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday
• Industry: Health & Nutrition, Life Science

Please note: Due to the nature of the role and operational requirements, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

We're looking for a reliable and organised individual to support our laboratory team by helping to maintain a clean, safe, and efficient working environment. This is a hands‑on support role focused on housekeeping, stock control, and general laboratory maintenance rather than scientific testing.

What You'll Do

• Keep laboratory areas clean, tidy, and compliant with procedures.
• Manage and replenish laboratory stock and consumables.
• Prepare basic laboratory materials and reagents following instructions.
• Handle waste disposal and support autoclave activities.
• Complete routine documentation and records accurately.
• Support scientists by ensuring labs are organised and ready for daily activities.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• Experience in a laboratory support, cleaning, housekeeping, facilities, or similar environment.
• Someone who enjoys practical, hands‑on work and takes pride in maintaining high standards.
• Strong attention to detail and a reliable approach.
• Comfortable following procedures and working safely.
• A team player who enjoys supporting others.

Please note: This is a laboratory support position and is not a scientist or senior-level role. It is best suited to candidates from cleaning, housekeeping, production support, laboratory assistant, or laboratory support backgrounds who are looking for a stable, hands‑on role within a scientific environment.

Additional Information

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:

• Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
• Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
• Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• Retailer Discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
• Length of Service Awards
• Christmas Vouchers
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Discounted Gym Membership

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.