Laboratory Technician

Job Advert; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Shift allowance

Full training and development

Probation salary increase

Long-term career development

Job summary

Elevation Recruitment Group are seeking a Shift Analyst to join a laboratory team. Full training will be provided, with prior lab experience desirable but not essential. The role involves preparing samples, performing analytical testing, and ensuring accurate data entry within a small, structured environment.

You will work rotating 12-hour day and night shifts, with a shift allowance and opportunities for development within a specialist technical setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above, including English and Maths
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong numerical and attention-to-detail skills
• Methodical approach to standardised processes
• Awareness of workplace health and safety
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
• Flexibility to work a rotating 12-hour day and night shift pattern

Responsibilities

• Prepare metallic samples for analytical testing (cutting, grinding, automated equipment)
• Carry out analytical testing of metals and slags using analysers, optical emission and X-ray spectrometers
• Conduct radioactivity testing of metals and slags
• Accurately enter and verify test results
• Complete equipment standardisation and shift-start preparation activities
• Maintain accurate records and documentation
• Carry out basic equipment maintenance and fault-finding
• Identify equipment issues and determine when supplier support is required
• Follow defined methods, procedures and health & safety standards
• Work independently and as part of a small laboratory team

Skills

Methodical

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Good communication

Education

GCSEs (English & Maths)

Tools

Gas analysis

Spectroscopy

Job description

Elevation Recruitment Group are working on behalf of our client to recruit a Shift Analyst to join their established laboratory team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a methodical and accurate approach who is looking to develop a career within a technical laboratory environment. Full training will be provided, so previous laboratory experience is desirable rather than essential.

Reporting to the Laboratory Supervisor, you will work as part of a small team responsible for the preparation, testing and analysis of metallic samples and materials.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing metallic samples for analytical testing using cutting, grinding and automated equipment
• Carrying out analytical testing of metals and slags using analysers, optical emission and X-ray spectrometers
• Conducting radioactivity testing of metals and slags
• Accurately entering and verifying test results
• Completing equipment standardisation and shift-start preparation activities
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation
• Carrying out basic equipment maintenance and fault-finding
• Identifying equipment issues and determining when supplier support is required
• Following defined methods, procedures and company health and safety standards
• Working effectively both independently and as part of a small laboratory team

We are looking for someone who is technically minded, reliable and comfortable working within a structured environment.

You will ideally have:

• A minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above, including English and Maths
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong numerical and attention-to-detail skills
• A methodical approach to standardised processes
• An awareness of workplace health and safety
• The ability to work independently and as part of a small team
• Flexibility to work a rotating 12-hour day and night shift pattern

Previous experience using laboratory testing equipment, particularly gas analysis or spectroscopy, would be advantageous.

However, full training will be provided, and applications are welcomed from candidates who demonstrate the right attitude, aptitude and willingness to learn.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary
• Shift allowance
• Full training and development
• Opportunity for a salary increase following successful completion of probation
• Long-term career development within a specialist technical environment

If you are looking for a hands-on technical position where you can develop specialist analytical and laboratory skills, Elevation Recruitment Group would like to hear from you.

About Elevation Recruitment Group

Elevation Recruitment Group are a specialist recruitment consultancy supporting businesses and candidates across the UK. Our specialist teams cover Engineering, Manufacturing, Technical, Quality, Health & Safety and a range of professional disciplines.

We are committed to connecting talented individuals with opportunities where they can develop and build long-term careers.