Laboratory Technician

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

Job summary

A leading environmental operations team is seeking a proactive Laboratory Technician in Milton Keynes. The role involves essential testing and analysis to support sustainability efforts. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a relevant field and solid laboratory experience. This is a temp-to-perm position with a competitive salary and a chance to contribute to environmental compliance.

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant field such as Chemistry or Environmental Science.
• Experience in laboratory testing within environmental or industrial settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct chemical, biological, and physical testing on environmental samples.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 17025 and maintain lab equipment.
• Support internal audits and quality assurance.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Communication

Organisational Skills

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Degree in Microbiology

Degree in Environmental Science

Tools

Microsoft Excel

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Monday to 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.

Location: Milton Keynes

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8am - 4pm

Contract: Temp-to-Perm (initial 3 months)

Salary: £14.36 per hour / £28,000 per annum

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out 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.

Note: 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.