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Tiro Training Ltd; Worthing; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident scheme

Job summary

Tiro Training Ltd in Worthing is offering an Asbestos Laboratory Technician Apprentice role (Level 3) within a busy on-site laboratory. The apprenticeship focuses on sample handling, asbestos identification and accurate data recording under supervision.

You will gain hands-on experience across microscopy techniques, quality processes and regulatory standards, with a clear pathway to a career in asbestos analysis and laboratory science.

Qualifications

• This apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a future career in asbestos analysis and laboratory science.
• Develop practical, hands-on skills in sample preparation, microscopy and recording analytical results.
• Learn to follow quality and regulatory standards within a professional laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive, log and prepare laboratory samples for analysis.
• Carry out sample preparation techniques according to procedures.
• Develop skills in stereo and polarised light microscopy and asbestos fibre identification.
• Accurately record laboratory activities, sample information and results.
• Enter and maintain data in laboratory information systems.
• Support production of laboratory certificates and documentation.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and general lab housekeeping.
• Contribute to internal quality control exercises and ISO/IEC 17025 awareness.

Education

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Job description

Asbestos Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3) - Crucial Environmental

Company: Tiro Training Ltd Salary: £23,000 to £27,000 a year Hours: Full-time Location: Worthing, BN14 8PQ Working pattern: On-site Job type: Apprenticeship Posting date: 10 Sept 2026 Closing date: 10 Oct 2026

We are pleased to offer an opportunity for an Asbestos Laboratory Technician Apprentice to join the team, supporting day-to-day laboratory operations including sample preparation, asbestos fibre identification, microscopy and accurate recording of analytical results in line with quality and regulatory standards.

This apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a future career in asbestos analysis and laboratory science, offering the opportunity to develop a broad range of practical and technical skills while gaining hands-on experience in a professional, quality-focused laboratory environment:

Receive, log and prepare laboratory samples ready for analysis.

Learn and carry out appropriate sample preparation techniques in line with laboratory procedures.

Develop practical skills in the use of stereo and polarised light microscopy.

Learn how to identify different types of asbestos fibres, including chrysotile, amosite and crocidolite.

Accurately record laboratory activities, sample information and analytical results.

Enter, review and maintain analytical information within laboratory systems.

Assist with the preparation and production of laboratory certificates and documentation.

Support the maintenance, checking and general care of laboratory equipment.

Maintain a clean, tidy and safe laboratory environment at all times.

Take part in internal quality control exercises to help ensure accurate and reliable analytical results.

Follow the company's documented laboratory procedures and Quality Management System (QMS).

Develop an understanding of ISO/IEC 17025 requirements relevant to the role.

Learn about key quality requirements including impartiality, confidentiality, equipment control, sample handling and record keeping.

Understand how nonconforming work is identified, recorded and managed within a regulated laboratory environment.

Develop an understanding of the importance of producing technically valid, accurate and reliable analytical results.

Complete all analytical work under appropriate supervision and checking while developing competency.

Take on increasing levels of responsibility as your knowledge, practical skills and confidence develop.

Work towards demonstrating competency and gaining formal authorisation to carry out relevant laboratory activities independently.

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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.