Laboratory Technician

Thalia Waste Management; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy is seeking a Laboratory Technician in Milton Keynes. The role involves testing and analyzing environmental samples to ensure compliance and performance across Anaerobic Digestion and Advanced Thermal Treatment facilities. Ideal candidates will have a strong scientific background, analytical skills, and a proactive mindset. Join a team committed to transforming waste into sustainable energy.

Qualifications

• Experience in laboratory testing within waste, water or industrial environments.
• Experience with ISO 17025 and environmental compliance frameworks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out chemical, biological and physical tests across diverse matrices.
• Monitor AD and ATT plant performance through sample analysis.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and safety.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Degree in Microbiology

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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At Thalia Waste Management, we’re transforming waste into sustainable energy, and we need curious, committed minds to help us do it safely, responsibly and with technical excellence.

We’re currently looking for aLaboratory Technician to join our Operations team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong scientific background to work across our Anaerobic Digestion (AD) and Advanced Thermal Treatment (ATT) facilities, playing a crucial role in maintaining our compliance, performance and innovation.

About the Role

You’ll carry out skilled testing and analysis on a variety of environmental samples, from wastewater and compost to boiler chemistry and syngas. You’ll be a key part of our compliance team, using your lab skills to generate actionable insights and ensure we meet all regulatory and operational standards.

You’ll also:

• Carry out chemical, biological and physical tests across diverse matrices
• Monitor AD and ATT plant performance through sample analysis
• Interpret results, flag anomalies, and advise operational teams
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and safety
• Manage and report external analysis results
• Support internal training and continuous improvement across the teams

What You’ll Need

• A degree inChemistry, Microbiology, or a related scientific field
• Experience in laboratory testing, ideally within waste, water or industrial environments
• Solid analytical and data interpretation skills
• Confidence in using Microsoft Excel and maintaining accurate records
• A proactive, detail-focused mindset with great communication skills
• Experience with ISO 17025 and environmental compliance frameworks is a plus, but we value potential, precision, and a willingness to learn.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Science

• Industries

  Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing

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