Laboratory Technician

Dunnebier; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental operations team seeks a proactive Laboratory Technician in Milton Keynes. This role focuses on essential testing and analysis to support sustainability and regulatory excellence. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and solid lab experience. Immediate start preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant field required.
• NVQ Level 4 in Laboratory Activities desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct chemical, biological, and physical testing on environmental samples.
• Manage calibration and maintenance of lab equipment.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 17025 and COSHH.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Technical Report Writing

Communication

Organisational Skills

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Degree in Microbiology

Degree in Environmental Science

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Laboratory Technician
Milton Keynes | ?? Monday – Friday, 8am – 4pm
Temp-to-Perm (3 months initial contract)
£14.36 per hour / £28,000 per annum equivalent

Are you a skilled laboratory technician with a passion for environmental science and sustainability?
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join a leading environmental operations team. This role involves essential testing, analysis, and monitoring work, supporting regulatory excellence and sustainability across water, wastewater, and waste solids.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out a range of chemical, biological, and physical testing on environmental samples (e.g., wastewater, AD sludges, compost, incinerator residues).

• Perform in-house anaerobic digestion (AD) testing (pH, ammonia, solids, FOS/TAC, VFAs) and boiler chemistry testing (pH, conductivity, silica, chlorine levels, etc.) for thermal treatment.

• Interpret results, escalate any out-of-range findings, and liaise with Compliance and Operations teams.

• Manage calibration and maintenance of lab equipment.

• Organise and report on both internal and external lab analyses.

• Ensure compliance with ISO 17025, COSHH, and Duty of Care requirements.

• Support internal audits, quality assurance, and operator training on sampling and lab practices.

• Monitor consumables and maintain stock levels.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, Environmental Science, or related field.

• NVQ Level 4 in Laboratory and Associated Technical Activities (desirable).

Skills & Experience

• Solid experience in laboratory testing within environmental, waste, or industrial settings.

• Strong knowledge of lab procedures and compliance frameworks (ISO 17025 desirable).

• Skilled in technical report writing and maintaining accurate lab records.

• Competent with lab equipment calibration and Microsoft Excel.

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated, proactive team player.

• High attention to detail.

• Able to prioritise and work to tight deadlines.

Immediate start preferred as the current postholder is exiting at the end of May.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a values-driven team working at the forefront of environmental compliance and sustainability.

Apply today to be considered for this essential and rewarding role.