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Tiro Training Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer scheme

Job summary

Tiro Training Ltd through the Bristol-based Laboratory Materials Technician Apprenticeship offers a practical route into materials testing. You will support day-to-day laboratory operations, carry out soil tests, prepare samples, and maintain accurate records while learning to use specialist equipment under supervision.

Joining as an apprentice, you will follow industry standards, work safely with PPE, and gradually take on more responsibility as skills grow within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Undertake a range of soil tests to industry standards.
• Prepare, label and store soil samples correctly.
• Record test data clearly for analysis and reporting.
• Follow health and safety procedures and PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Carry out laboratory tests on soil samples.
• Prepare soil samples for testing and labeling.
• Use laboratory equipment to obtain accurate results.
• Record data clearly for analysis and reporting.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.

Skills

Soil testing

Laboratory testing

Data recording

Health and safety

Education

Level 3 Apprenticeship in Laboratory Materials

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Laboratory Materials Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3) - Structural Soils

We are pleased to offer an opportunity for a Materials Technician Apprentice to join the team, supporting the day-to-day operations of the laboratory and carrying out a range of testing on soil samples to help ensure accurate, reliable results in line with relevant industry standards.

This apprenticeship provides an excellent foundation for a future career in materials testing and laboratory work, giving you the opportunity to develop hands‑on technical skills, gain experience using specialist equipment, and build your knowledge of soils and construction materials within a supportive and professional environment.

Carry out a variety of laboratory tests on soil samples in line with relevant industry standards, procedures and specifications.

Prepare soil samples ready for testing, ensuring they are handled, labelled and stored correctly.

Use a range of laboratory equipment and testing techniques to produce accurate and reliable results.

Accurately record test data and results, ensuring all information is clear and ready for further analysis and reporting.

Follow established testing procedures to help maintain consistent quality and accuracy across laboratory work.

Assist with the calibration, checking and maintenance of technical laboratory equipment to ensure it remains in good working order.

Identify and report any issues with equipment, samples or test results to the appropriate member of the team.

Follow all relevant health and safety procedures, including the correct use of PPE and safe handling of samples and equipment.

Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation in accordance with company and industry requirements.

Keep work areas clean, organised and tidy, helping to maintain a safe and efficient laboratory environment.

Work alongside experienced technicians and other members of the team, developing your knowledge of soil testing and construction materials.

Support the wider laboratory team with day-to-day activities while gradually taking on more responsibility as your skills and confidence develop.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Laboratory Materials Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3) - Structural Soils

Company: Tiro Training Ltd Salary: from £22,568 a year Hours: Full-time Location: Bristol, BS3 4EB Working pattern: On-site Job type: Apprenticeship Posting date: 10 Sept 2026 Closing date: 10 Oct 2026

Summary

We are pleased to offer an opportunity for a Materials Technician Apprentice to join the team, supporting the day-to-day operations of the laboratory and carrying out a range of testing on soil samples to help ensure accurate, reliable results in line with relevant industry standards.

This apprenticeship provides an excellent foundation for a future career in materials testing and laboratory work, giving you the opportunity to develop hands‑on technical skills, gain experience using specialist equipment, and build your knowledge of soils and construction materials within a supportive and professional environment.

Carry out a variety of laboratory tests on soil samples in line with relevant industry standards, procedures and specifications.

Prepare soil samples ready for testing, ensuring they are handled, labelled and stored correctly.

Use a range of laboratory equipment and testing techniques to produce accurate and reliable results.

Accurately record test data and results, ensuring all information is clear and ready for further analysis and reporting.

Follow established testing procedures to help maintain consistent quality and accuracy across laboratory work.

Assist with the calibration, checking and maintenance of technical laboratory equipment to ensure it remains in good working order.

Identify and report any issues with equipment, samples or test results to the appropriate member of the team.

Follow all relevant health and safety procedures, including the correct use of PPE and safe handling of samples and equipment.

Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation in accordance with company and industry requirements.

Keep work areas clean, organised and tidy, helping to maintain a safe and efficient laboratory environment.

Work alongside experienced technicians and other members of the team, developing your knowledge of soil testing and construction materials.

Support the wider laboratory team with day‑to‑day activities while gradually taking on more responsibility as your skills and confidence develop.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.