Laboratory technician

RSK Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in Bristol is seeking a laboratory technician to conduct geotechnical tests and maintain a neat laboratory environment. Ideal candidates will have experience or interest in laboratory work, good communication skills, and be able to perform manual tasks. The position offers competitive salary and a flexible benefits program.

Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience

Flexible benefits programme

Access to mental health support

Discounted gym memberships

Full training and development

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 20 kg.
• Must stand for short or long periods.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out testing on soil and samples according to standard test methods.
• Recording accurately the test data produced for analysis.
• Maintaining a neat and orderly laboratory environment.

Skills

Previous geotechnical testing laboratory experience

Organised and methodical

Team player

Strong communication skills

Good level of literacy and numeracy

Job description

Responsibilities

• Carrying out testing on soil and samples according to standard test methods
• Recording accurately the test data produced for analysis
• Maintaining a neat and orderly laboratory environment

Qualifications

• Previous geotechnical testing laboratory experience or an interest in a career as a laboratory technician
• Organised and methodical
• Team player
• Strong communication skills
• Good level of literacy and numeracy
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull equipment and sample containers weighing up to 20 kg and may be required to stand for short or long periods

Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays and private health care
• Access to mental health support
• Discounted gym memberships
• Full training and development provided

The RSK Group are an equal opportunities employer