Laboratory Technician

Location: Avonmouth, Bristol

Pay: Meets National Living Wage

Job type: Full-time, permanent

Hours: 40 hours per week, shifts available Monday to Sunday

Vacancies: 5 positions available

Start date: As soon as possible

Company Description

One Scientific Ltd has over 25 years' experience providing a comprehensive range of microbiological and chemical testing services.

Job Description

We're looking for reliable, detail-oriented part-time Laboratory Technicians to join our team, supporting daily laboratory operations including food sampling, measurement and microbiological analysis. You'll work collaboratively with the laboratory team, following strict aseptic technique and sample processing protocols to ensure accurate results in a clean, audit-ready environment.

No scientific background is needed, full training is provided, though previous experience in a food production or industrial laboratory setting is desirable.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and skilled individual looking to develop their career or take on a new challenge within an international company. If you are organized, dependable, and passionate about quality, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Performing basic media preparation, including sterilising and pouring microbiological growth media and reagents.
• Sample handling, weighing, measuring and dilution for physical and microbiological testing.
• Following aseptic technique protocols to prevent contamination.
• Keeping laboratory areas clean, tidy and audit-ready.
• Working with the team to manage daily workflow and meet deadlines.

What we’re looking for

• Reliable, self-motivated and a strong team player.
• Comfortable following detailed written procedures accurately.
• Good communication skills.
• Able to perform well under pressure, stand for long periods and handle different food types.
• A fast learner, hardworking and adaptable
• Previous experience in a food production or industrial laboratory setting is desirable but not essential

Shift pattern (examples)

• 8-hour shifts: 12:00 PM – 8:30 PM, 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM
• Sun-Thur, Tues-Sat
• Part-time work is available.

What we offer

• 28 days paid holiday (including bank holidays), pro rata.
• Easily accessible by bus (Park & Ride) and rail (Portway Park and Ride station).

How to apply: Please send your CV along with a cover letter telling us a bit about yourself and why you'd be a great fit for the role.

Pay: From £25,420.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person