Laboratory Technician

W Talent; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading turbine efficiency firm in Nottingham seeks a Laboratory Technician to ensure quality and compliance in lab testing operations. This role involves analyzing aerospace coatings, preparing samples, and collaborating with a team in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented with lab experience. Competitive salary and opportunities for development offered.

Benefits

Opportunities for career development

Supportive work environment

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a lab, material testing, or similar fields is highly transferable.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• A proactive and adaptable approach to working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Laboratory Charge Hand in completing all laboratory tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Perform analysis of aerospace coating systems using microscopy.
• Prepare samples to required standards including sectioning and polishing.
• Adhere to laboratory control procedures ensuring safety and quality.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Proactive approach

Adaptability

Tools

ICP-MS technology

Scanning electron microscopy

Optical microscopy

Job description

W Talent is proud to be partnering with Turbine Surface Technologies in their search for a Laboratory Technician to join their dynamic and forward-thinking team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a company that is at the forefront of turbine efficiency, delivering world-class coating solutions with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and innovation.

About Turbine Surface Technologies

At TST, our vision is clear: to operate at our best and provide the cleanest, safest, and most competitive coating solutions that enhance turbine efficiency. Achieving this vision requires making the right decisions, working in the right way, and being guided by our core values and behaviours.

The Role, Laboratory Technician

As a Laboratory Technician, you will work on a 3on 3off shift schedule, covering days and nights, where you will play a pivotal role in maintaining the highest standards of quality and lab testing across our operations. You will ensure that all products and processes comply with industry regulations, internal specifications, and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Laboratory Charge Hand in completing all laboratory tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Perform analysis of aerospace coating systems to confirm conformance to assessment criteria using scanning electron microscopy and optical microscopy.
• Prepare samples including sectioning, mounting, polishing, and grinding to required standards.
• Collaborate with the lab trainer to progress through operational role structures as directed by production leadership.
• Follow laboratory control procedures and adhere to safe working practices, taking responsibility for personal safety at all times.
• Operate within the quality management system to identify and report non-conformance issues.
• Work effectively as part of a team to meet production targets while maintaining quality standards.
• Interpret technical documentation confidently to make decisions aligned with technical specifications.
• Conduct departmental tank analysis ensuring compliance to standards using ICP-MS (Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry) technology.

Key Requirements

• Previous experience in a lab, material testing, or similar fields is highly transferable.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• A proactive and adaptable approach to working in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Turbine Surface Technologies

• Be part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and excellence.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• A supportive work environment that fosters collaboration and growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Our Commitment and Values

• Safety, Health & Environment - Prioritising a safe and healthy workplace, minimising risks, and fostering a culture of responsibility.
• Right First Time, Every Time - Delivering excellence by upholding high-quality standards and reducing inefficiencies.
• People-Centric Approach - Our employees drive success, and we invest in their growth, skills, and well-being.
• Innovative Thinking - Seeking solutions and advancements to remain at the forefront of our industry.
• Sustainable Profitability - Ensuring long-term growth by maintaining productivity, efficiency, and exceptional service.
• Operate Safely - Prioritising safety and accountability in every action.
• Operate Openly with Customer Focus - Encouraging transparency, collaboration, and customer-centric thinking.
• Operate with Respect and Integrity - Valuing diversity, fairness, and professionalism in all interactions.

If you are a detail-oriented and proactive professional with a passion to make things better, we would love to hear from you. Please apply today via W Talent.