Laboratory Technician Apprentice Start Your Science Career

Tiro Training Ltd; Fareham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer

Job summary

Porvair Filtration in Fareham is offering a Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3). This full-time on-site role supports daily lab operations and provides early exposure to a wide range of analytical techniques while completing a formal qualification.

You will prepare samples, analyse data with Excel, compile test reports, and help maintain calibration databases, purchasing lab supplies, and safety compliance. Practical work includes SEM/EDX, microscopy, and various quality tests.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship level 3 in Laboratory Technician or equivalent
• Interest in laboratory science and practical lab work
• Ability to follow safety and QA procedures

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze filters, media and materials to assess performance and quality.
• Analyse and present data using Excel.
• Compile test reports for internal and external customers.
• Communicate with external customers and internal teams via email/Teams.
• Maintain a clean and safe laboratory environment.
• Administer Technical Services calibration and calibration database.
• Procure lab supplies.
• Manage credit card administration.
• Conduct SEM/EDX, microscope and image analysis for contaminants and quality.
• Perform tensile strength, permeability and related tests.

Skills

Data analysis

Lab techniques

Attention to detail

Education

Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship

Tools

Excel

Job description

Porvair Filtration in Fareham is offering a Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3). This full-time on-site role supports daily lab operations and provides early exposure to a wide range of analytical techniques while completing a formal qualification.

You will prepare samples, analyse data with Excel, compile test reports, and help maintain calibration databases, purchasing lab supplies, and safety compliance. Practical work includes SEM/EDX, microscopy, and various quality tests.