Lab Tech Apprentice

Introduction

Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to gain practical experience alongside further learning, this role will provide a solid foundation in laboratory science and analytical techniques, with full training and support provided.

About the Employer

SARIA UK is one of the UK's leading companies in sustainable recycling and manufacturing. It specialises in collecting and processing food waste and animal by-products, turning materials that would otherwise go to waste into valuable products such as renewable energy, biofuels, fertilisers, pet food ingredients and products for the food industry.

What You'll Do

Responsibilities:

• As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience
• You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff

What you’ll do at work:

• Carrying out routine wet chemistry testing on various samples
• Learning and maintaining traditional lab techniques, as well as how to operate modern automated equipment
• Helping to keep the lab running smoothly with general housekeeping and stock monitoring
• Recording and interpreting test results, and supporting the team in flagging anything out of the ordinary
• Performing quality checks on equipment and procedures, keeping accurate records in line with industry standards
• Following set processes with attention to detail and accuracy

Qualifications:

• Have GCSEs (or equivalent) in Chemistry or a related science subject
• Be curious about how things work and enjoy problem-solving
• Have a strong awareness of health and safety in the workplace
• Be confident using computers, including tools like Microsoft Word and Excel (and willing to learn others like LIMS)
• Communicate clearly and work well both on your own and in a team
• Be motivated, organised, and ready to take on new challenges

Training Outcome

• Any career progression routes will be discussed upon successful completion of the apprenticeship

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Patience

Qualifications

• Essential - A Level - Science - Pass

Course Information

Course: Laboratory technician (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Health and science

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: To be confirmed.

Expected Duration: 2 Years

Training Provider: THE S&A TRANSFORM GROUP LIMITED