Laboratory Technician

About the role

This role involves undertaking all soil testing activities within a laboratory environment, including sample intake, logging, preparation, testing, and reporting procedures. You will ensure all laboratory practices meet relevant regulatory and industry standards, work within the laboratory's scope of accreditation and standard operating procedures, and maintain accurate records of scientific data and work undertaken.

Key responsibilities

• Undertake all soil testing activities and participate in sample intake, logging, preparation, testing, and reporting procedures
• Ensure all laboratory practices meet relevant regulatory and industry standards
• Keep accurate and legible records of scientific data and work undertaken
• Maintain daily calibration records, equipment maintenance records, reference standard records, stock records and chemical supply records
• Organise the laboratory's stockroom to ensure samples are stored in a logistical order and ensure foreign soil is handled appropriately
• Prepare chemicals and solutions for use in the laboratory
• Maintain a clean work environment
• Strictly adhere to quality assurance protocols to ISO 17025 standard to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results
• Follow strictly laboratory safety procedures, including proper handling of chemicals and waste
• Assist in the calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of all laboratory equipment

About you

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, competent in Excel/Word in particular (compulsory)
• Practical and methodical approach to work
• Solid numerical skills
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a small team
• Good level of communication
• Self-motivated, honest, acts with integrity and reliability
• Organised and efficient
• Solutions-focused with ability to learn and apply knowledge
• Previous lab experience (desirable but not essential – full training will be given)
• Keen interest in science and sports (advantageous)