Laboratory Technician

Aqumen Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Laboratory Technician to ensure compliance with regulatory standards within a supportive laboratory environment. You will carry out tests, maintain equipment, and contribute to continuous improvement. Ideal candidates have technical qualifications and a keen eye for detail, along with good organizational and communication skills. This permanent position offers a competitive salary of £25,396.80 with regular reviews and full training.

Benefits

Competitive salary of £25,396.80 per year

Annual salary review every May

Permanent employment

Early finish every Friday

On-site parking

Full training and development provided

Qualifications

• ONC / BTEC / A Levels in a technical or scientific subject.
• Previous laboratory experience beneficial but not essential.
• Strong attention to detail to raise quality concerns.
• Organized with good time management skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems.
• Competent in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Carry out laboratory tests in line with defined procedures.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment.
• Record and report test results accurately.
• Support and train others on test procedures.
• Identify deviations from laboratory systems.
• Assist with internal audits for laboratory effectiveness.
• Contribute ideas to improve laboratory quality systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

ONC / BTEC / A Levels in a technical or scientific subject

Job description

Laboratory Technician

Mirfield | Permanent | Full-Time

Salary: £25,396.80 per annum (annual salary review each May).

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 08:00 - 17:00; Friday: 08:00 - 15:45; 45‑minute unpaid lunch break.

The Role

As a Laboratory Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring raw materials and finished products meet all relevant regulatory, statutory and specification requirements. Working within a structured and accredited laboratory environment, you will support quality assurance through accurate testing, documentation and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out laboratory tests in line with defined procedures.
• Maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment to scheduled requirements.
• Accurately recording and reporting test results.
• Supporting and training others on test procedures where appropriate.
• Identifying deviations from laboratory or management systems.
• Assisting with internal audits to ensure laboratory effectiveness.
• Contributing ideas to improve laboratory quality systems.

About You

• ONC / BTEC / A Levels (or equivalent) in a technical or scientific subject.
• Previous laboratory experience is beneficial but not essential.
• A strong eye for detail with confidence to raise quality concerns.
• Well organised with good time management skills.
• Willingness to learn, develop and adapt to new systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Competent using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.).

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £25,396.80 per year.
• Annual salary review every May.
• Permanent, stable employment.
• Early finish every Friday.
• On-site parking.
• Full training and development provided.

Location: On-site in Mirfield.

Right to work in the UK required.

Apply today if you are looking to build or progress your career within a laboratory setting and want to join a supportive, quality-focused team.