Asbestos Analyst Apprentice (Level 3) - Micron Analytical

MICRON ANALYTICAL LIMITED

North Lincolnshire (DN15 8XE)

Closes in 21 days (Friday 5 September 2025)

Posted on 15 August 2025

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Summary

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for an Asbestos Technician Apprentice to join our team, supporting the day-to-day delivery of asbestos surveying, sampling, and site inspections. You will provide technical assistance to ensure safety, compliance, and accurate reporting in line with regulatory and quality standards.

• Wage:

  £20,000 a year

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  Starting salary of £20,000 per annum (increasing to NMW after 12 months).

• Training course: Laboratory technician (level 3)
• Hours: Workings hours are 9am - 5.40pm (Monday - Friday).

  40 hours a week

• Start date:

  Monday 20 October 2025

• Duration:

  1 year 9 months

• Positions available:

  1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

• Engage in extensive learning, following training and procedures accurately.
• Observe and learn from colleagues to develop technical skills.
• Assist in managing laboratory tasks, preparing technical reports, and completing job-related records.
• Carry out tests, inspections, and sample handling in line with quality and safety standards.
• Maintain a safe, clean working environment and follow all health, safety, and emergency procedures.
• Care for equipment, avoid waste, and report damage or faults promptly.
• Support company promotion at fairs and conferences where required.
• Contribute to risk assessments, incident reporting, and the company’s safety culture.
• Produce reports and documentation for review and approval by senior staff.

Where you'll work

Concord House Bessemer Way
Sawcliffe Industrial Park
Scunthorpe
North Lincolnshire
DN15 8XE

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

TIRO TRAINING LTD

Training course

Laboratory technician (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

• Comply with health and safety policies and procedures including HASWA, COSHH, risk assessments, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), manual handling, emergency procedures.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping, in accordance with organisation Standard Procedures
• Order and control stocks of laboratory materials where required
• Identify, organise and use resources effectively to complete tasks applying the concepts of resource efficiency e.g energy, water and waste
• Adhere to internal and external regulatory requirements e.g. GLP, GMP, GDP
• Prepare for, and perform, laboratory experiments, tests or tasks following any specified methodologies to provide reliable, accurate data e.g. weighing, pipetting, filtering, spectroscopic techniques, chromatography techniques
• Demonstrate technical competence in the use of specified instruments and equipment
• Report faults and seek diagnostic advice to maintain equipment in good working order, including calibration where required
• Complete documentation proficiently
• Keep accurate records of laboratory work undertaken and results
• Contribute to the preparation of reports.
• Use simple statistical techniques for data presentation and evaluation e. g calculation of median and standard deviation, production of graphs
• Demonstrate problem solving techniques including identification of sources of error and how they can be reduced e.g. human error
• Use standard software packages and applications e.g. Microsoft Office suite
• Use Laboratory Information Management systems to support their work
• Address non-routine problems with samples and instrumentation, within defined areas
• Identify relevant information from scientific sources e.g. supervisors, literature etc. in order to contribute to solutions
• Participate in continuous performance improvement of systems and processes relevant to the work environment e.g. workplace organisation techniques, accreditation (e.g. ISO, UKAS) and proficiency testing.
• Evaluate data, recognise and call attention to anomalous or unusual results
• Comply with health and safety policies and procedures including HASWA, COSHH, risk assessments, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), manual handling, emergency procedures.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping, in accordance with organisation Standard Procedures
• Order and control stocks of laboratory materials where required
• Identify, organise and use resources effectively to complete tasks applying the concepts of resource efficiency e.g energy, water and waste
• Adhere to internal and external regulatory requirements e.g. GLP, GMP, GDP
• Prepare for, and perform, laboratory experiments, tests or tasks following any specified methodologies to provide reliable, accurate data e.g. weighing, pipetting, filtering, spectroscopic techniques, chromatography techniques
• Demonstrate technical competence in the use of specified instruments and equipment
• Report faults and seek diagnostic advice to maintain equipment in good working order, including calibration where required
• Complete documentation proficiently
• Keep accurate records of laboratory work undertaken and results
• Contribute to the preparation of reports.
• Use simple statistical techniques for data presentation and evaluation e. g calculation of median and standard deviation, production of graphs
• Demonstrate problem solving techniques including identification of sources of error and how they can be reduced e.g. human error
• Use standard software packages and applications e.g. Microsoft Office suite
• Use Laboratory Information Management systems to support their work
• Address non-routine problems with samples and instrumentation, within defined areas
• Identify relevant information from scientific sources e.g. supervisors, literature etc. in order to contribute to solutions
• Participate in continuous performance improvement of systems and processes relevant to the work environment e.g. workplace organisation techniques, accreditation (e.g. ISO, UKAS) and proficiency testing.
• Evaluate data, recognise and call attention to anomalous or unusual results

Training schedule

Over 21 months, you’ll devote a minimum of 6 hours of your working week to ‘off-the-job’ training. This can include theory training (for example, virtual lessons & online learning), alongside practical training (for example, shadowing, mentoring, & time spent writing assignments. Together this will count towards a Level 3 Asbestos Technician apprenticeship.

You’ll be trained by an expert tutor from Tiro as well as an experienced mentor at Micron Analytical, who together will make sure you develop the knowledge, skills, and work habits you’ll need to succeed in your career.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 4 / C +)
• Maths (grade 4 / C +)
• Science (grade 4 / C +)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative

Other requirements

Due to the nature of the role, you must be 18+ (Health & Safety and insurance purposes) and have a valid UK driving license (required for the role).

About this employer

Micron Analytical Ltd. offers affordable and quality asbestos surveys. We provide a range of services, including the testing of suspect materials. Our team of experts have many years of experience. We pride ourselves on offering quality services at fantastic prices. Get in touch with a member of the team now for more information. We serve customers nationwide.

https://www.micronanalytical.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Employee Assistance Programme Company pension scheme Company van following completion of vehicle training

After this apprenticeship

When you join Micron Analytics the possibilities for your success are limitless. As a successful applicant, you have the potential to secure a full-time position within the company at the conclusion of your apprenticeship.

Through practical on-the-job training, you will develop new skills and gain the competence and responsibility required for asbestos surveying and analysis. This apprenticeship serves as a stepping stone towards a rewarding career in asbestos management, with the added opportunity for the apprentice to work towards professional recognition such as becoming a registered Science Technician (RSci Tech). 

This programme opens up a variety of career pathways across industries including construction, civil engineering, environmental consultancy, health and safety management, and hazardous materials surveying, ensuring your skills are in demand across multiple sectors.

This apprenticeship can also help pave the way for further professional development and accreditation in asbestos management. You may choose to pursue recognised qualifications such as the P405 Asbestos Surveying Certificate, P402 Asbestos Management Awareness, or the P403 Asbestos Project Management qualification to advance your career.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

TIRO TRAINING LTD

Tori Wheatley

tori.wheatley@tiro.co.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000337428.

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Closes in 21 days (Friday 5 September 2025)

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