Laboratory Technician

AHK Group Ltd; Truro; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

AHK Group Ltd in Truro, England, is looking for a Laboratory Technician to join their team. The role involves conducting metallurgical and analytical testing, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring effective communication within the team. Candidates must show strong attention to detail and verbal skills, while knowledge of the mining industry is preferable. Offered benefits include a competitive salary, pension, life assurance, and employee assistance programme. AHK is committed to diversity and inclusivity in their hiring process.

Qualifications

• Basic math and proficiency with MS Office and Google products.
• Good record keeping with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both in a team environment and individually.
• Self‑motivated and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Perform metallurgical and analytical testing according to procedures.
• Maintain accurate and complete records.
• Manage sample logistics, waste disposal, and stock levels.
• Ensure safe handling of hazardous materials.
• Conduct equipment repair and maintenance.

Skills

Basic math

MS Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Self-motivated

Job description

WHAT IS ON OFFER

Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for a Laboratory Technician to join our team in Truro, Cornwall. This is an active role in the delivery of mineral processing test work and to work within a team to deliver projects at a high standard, ensuring quality of delivery.

The role involves performing metallurgical and analytical testing in strict accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions. Maintaining accurate, complete, and legible records is essential, as is ensuring effective communication with team members and project managers regarding progress or any deviations from planned testing. A strong commitment to Health and Safety is fundamental, including the safe handling of hazardous materials and the maintenance of a clean, secure working environment.

Operational duties include managing sample logistics, waste disposal, and stock levels to keep the laboratory running efficiently. You will also be responsible for equipment repair, maintenance, and regular calibration checks to ensure the continued effectiveness of all laboratory tools.

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following:

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Required Competencies

• Basic math and proficiency with MS Office and Google products
• Good record keeping with attention to detail and accuracy
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both in a team environment and individually
• Self‑motivated and adaptable

Desirable Competencies

• Knowledge of mining industry
• Experience working within a laboratory environment and following methods (non white coil environment)
• An understanding of Health and Safety

BENEFITS

We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match including pension, life assurance and an employee assistance programme.

Alfred H Knight is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.