Materials Laboratory Technician Apprentice (Level 3) - Geotechnics

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Materials Laboratory Technician Apprentice (Level 3) - Geotechnics, Coventry

Location: Coventry, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

Job Reference:

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12

Posted:

18.04.2025

Expiry Date:

02.06.2025

Job Description:

Location: 203 Torrington Avenue, Tile Hill, Coventry, CV4 9UT

Working for Geotechnics

Geotechnics is a leading company in the field of geotechnical engineering, based in Coventry. We offer a range of services, including site investigation, consultancy, and laboratory testing. Our laboratory is UKAS accredited and can provide reliable and accurate data for various purposes.

One of our main laboratory services is soil testing, which is essential for the design and construction of foundations, slopes, roads, and earthworks. We can perform soil classification tests to identify the type and properties of the soil, as well as strength and compressibility tests to determine the bearing capacity and settlement potential of the soil.

The Package

• Starting salary of £18,000 per year (increasing to National Minimum/Living Wage after the first 12 months)
• Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:00PM
• 37.5 hours per week
• Pension Scheme
• Regular training and CPD opportunities

What will I be doing as a Materials Laboratory Technician?

• Reporting to Senior Technicians and the Laboratory Manager
• Multi-skilled to undertake a varied schedule of Laboratory test preparation and procedures on soils to the necessary standards.
• Participate and complete training programme.
• Ensure test sheets are accurately completed with all necessary data before they are released for calculation.
• Ensure testing equipment and tools are cleaned after each test
• Ensure calibration markings are intact and valid
• Book in samples that arrive in to the stores
• Systematically log and catalogue samples in the stores and place on shelving
• Receive sample schedules from the Laboratory and/or Engineers and retrieve samples for laboratory testing.
• Facilitate sorting and delivery of samples for subcontract testing, including specialist concrete design BRE and asbestos screen testing
• Return samples from the laboratory to the stores area and re-catalogue
• Dispose of samples in accordance with the procedure instructed
• Ensure your work station is kept clean and tidy
• Building and maintaining good relationships with others in the Laboratory.
• Complying with relevant H & S regulations and promoting a safety culture within the Laboratory team.
• Performing other duties and responsibilities as required from time to time by your line manager.

What could the future look like?

When you join Geotechnics, the possibilities for your success are limitless. As a successful applicant, you have the potential to secure a full-time position within the company at the conclusion of your apprenticeship.

Through practical training on the job, you can look forward to a range of potential career paths in industries such as manufacturing, construction, engineering, aerospace, automotive, or research and development. There is a growing demand for skilled professionals who can ensure the quality and reliability of materials used in various sectors.

This apprenticeship program also serves as a stepping-stone towards a rewarding career in laboratory testing, with the added opportunity for the apprentice to become a registered Science technician (RSci Tech).

This apprenticeship can also help pave the way for further educational and professional advancement such as our Level 6 Bachelor of Science (BSc) Applied Materials Science Apprenticeship, enabling you to take on more specialised roles or progress into leadership positions.

Rest assured, your hard work and determination will not go unnoticed!

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

About you

This is a very hands-on and practical role so you should be willing to get stuck in. We’re looking for someone who is focused and careful in all aspects of work. You’ll be able to use your good attention to detail to identify problems and record observations. The ability to think on your feet is crucial due to the environment and nature of the role!

You will have good health and safety awareness and be able to work towards strict health and safety guidelines.

Every day will be different, and you'll have the opportunity to work closely with the team to succeed. You'll need to be a good communicator to speak up and work together.

To succeed in this apprenticeship, you’ll need bags of enthusiasm, be a fantastic collaborator, and be hungry to learn!

Qualifications

It’s about enthusiasm, not school results. In our experience the most successful apprentices are those who are driven to find out more about the sector, can be up front about what they do and don’t already know, are considerate, self-reflective, and impatient to learn the job role!

Experience

Whilst previous experience is great, we at Tiro are always open to wildcards. We’re not just interested in experience and qualifications; we’re looking for someone with the right attitude and aptitude to fit right in at Geotechnics.

So how does the apprenticeship work?

At Tiro we’re obsessed with changing lives through science and technology apprenticeships so we can’t wait to have you on board. Over 21 months, you’ll devote a minimum of 6 hours of your working week on ‘off the job’ training. This can include theory training (for example, virtual lessons & online learning), alongside practical training (for example, shadowing, mentoring, & time spent writing assignments. Together this will count towards a Level 3 Laboratory Technician apprenticeship. You’ll be trained by an expert tutor from Tiro as well as an experienced mentor at Geotechnics who together, will make sure you develop the knowledge, skills, and work habits you’ll need to succeed in your career.

Being an apprentice is hands-on, so you’ll get the chance to learn things you might otherwise not have experienced in a university or college environment.

The best part? You’ll be earning a salary while you gain your qualifications, meaning no huge student loans to pay back at the end of the programme!

Eligibility

While we never want to hinder your job application process with obstacles, there are some minimum requirements you’ll need to meet in order to do an apprenticeship, these are rules set by the UK Government. As a training provider, we are committed to ensuring that our apprenticeship programs deliver significant new knowledge and skills. To be eligible, applicants must demonstrate that the program will provide learning and experiences beyond their current qualifications and professional expertise.

If you already hold a Level 3, degree or equivalent higher-level qualification in a closely related field, or possess substantial relevant experience, you may not be eligible for apprenticeship funding, as these programmes are designed for individuals who require upskilling or reskilling in their chosen career pathway.

You’ll need to be over 16, not in full time education, have lived in the UK for 3 years and have the right to work in the UK.

If you don’t quite meet these minimum requirements yet, let us know you’re interested here and we’ll get in touch to discuss this further with you.

We're Tiro (pronounced ‘Tea-ro’ as in white, two sugars). In Latin, it means novice, recruit, apprentice, beginner, and soldier. The perfect name for a company that’s been helping fearless apprentices to join ambitious businesses since 2005. We believe that great apprenticeships help everyone. There are remarkable apprentices out there just waiting to be found, and fantastic employment opportunities waiting to be filled.

Our work will never be just about getting bums on seats and pocketing our commission. In our own small way, we’re helping to change the world – finding people that are working on COVID vaccines, finding new ways for technology to help humanity and helping to tackle the big issues of the day, like climate change. As well as helping people – young and old – to find their way.