Laboratory Technician

TN United Kingdom; Ledbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Water/Effluent Treatment Plant Laboratory Technician for a fixed-term role. This position involves conducting critical water sample testing to ensure the quality of effluent from beverage manufacturing. You will be responsible for collecting samples, performing laboratory analyses, and adhering to health and safety protocols. Join a forward-thinking team committed to sustainability and high environmental standards, while enjoying a supportive work environment with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus 8 statutory days

Private healthcare available post-probation

Pension enrollment (Employee 5%, Employer 5%)

Group Income Protection and Death in Service benefits

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English, Math, and Science required.
• Further education in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collecting and testing water samples for quality evaluation.
• Performing routine laboratory analyses and maintaining safety standards.
• Recording results accurately and optimizing laboratory consumables.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Knowledge of Laboratory Health and Safety Standards

Accuracy in Measurements

Education

GCSEs in English, Math, and Science

Further education in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math

Job description

The Water / Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) Laboratory Technician is a fixed-term position (6 months) from July to December, supporting our site team in Ledbury that treats wastewater from beverage manufacturing. The technician will conduct safe and efficient water sample testing at various stages of the effluent treatment process to evaluate treatment effectiveness and verify the quality of the final effluent before discharge.

Responsibilities include collecting samples from designated points, performing routine laboratory analyses—primarily using photo-spectrometry and test kits—and recording results accurately. The role requires following Good Laboratory Practice principles, maintaining a clean environment, and adhering to health and safety policies, including proper PPE usage.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handling samples carefully from collection to disposal.
• Performing routine analysis according to procedures and HSE protocols.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and equipment care.
• Following instructions from the Site Team Leader regarding daily priorities.
• Optimizing use of laboratory consumables to reduce waste.
• Conducting daily equipment checks and calibrations.
• Ensuring data integrity and accurate recording of results.
• Adhering to PPE and safety guidelines in the laboratory.

Essential Skills/Qualifications:

• GCSEs in English, Math, and Science.
• Further education in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math.
• Accuracy in measurements and weighing.
• Knowledge of laboratory health and safety standards (e.g., COSHH, risk assessments).
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Desirable Skills/Qualifications:

• Experience in water, wastewater, food, or beverage industries.

Working for us means:

• Salary between £25,500 and £27,000 per year, depending on experience.
• 40 hours/week, Monday to Friday, with overtime at 1.5x.
• 25 days holiday plus 8 statutory days.
• 6-month probation period.
• Immediate or after 3 months, pension enrollment (Employee 5%, Employer 5%).
• Private healthcare available post-probation.
• Group Income Protection and Death in Service benefits from start.
• Notice period of 1 week during probation, 1 month thereafter.

Our commitment:

To achieve Net Zero emissions by 2040, uphold high social and environmental standards, and maintain B-Corp certification, creating a positive impact for stakeholders and the planet.

Nijhuis Saur Industries UK & Ireland are equal opportunity employers committed to diversity and inclusion in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Please do not contact us directly unless invited. We prefer to manage recruitment ourselves; unsolicited agency applications will not be considered.