Apprentice Laboratory Technician (36388)

TD CONSTRUCTION TESTING LTD

ST HELENS (WA10 2SD)

Closes in 28 days (Friday 8 May 2026)

Posted on 10 April 2026

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Summary

An exciting new opportunity for an Apprentice Laboratory Technician to join the business, based in St. Helens. A philosophy of ensuring quality guarantees a focus on developing staff giving them a rewarding and challenging career.

Wage

£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course
Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pm.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 18 May 2026

Duration

1 year 4 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

The successful applicant will be expected to learn about the following:

The testing we undertake centres around the physical properties of materials (size, shape, density, compaction, etc.) and as such this is a manual role which involves:

  • Handling/processing samples (of up to 20kg)
  • Sample preparation and daily checks in line with our accreditation
  • Carrying out physical testing of concrete, soils, aggregates and bituminous materials
  • Completing the relevant worksheets both in paper format and digital (will need to be computer literate), ensuring accuracy and following procedure
  • Maintaining equipment and a clean & tidy work area
  • Comply with all HSEQ (Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality) requirements
  • Work in accordance with company policies and procedures

Progression: Laboratory Technician (Full-time permanent role available for the right candidate, upon the successful completion of the apprenticeship).

Training: Full On The Job training is provided, so no prior experience is necessary.

How you will be supported
Full training and support will be provided by The Growth Company to help you achieve your apprenticeship and reach your full potential in your role.

What will happen next
New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team. You will then have the opportunity to find out:
• More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for
• Any training you need to complete
• What the next steps will be

How you could get there
If you would be catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on www.tfgm.com to see how you would get there and how long it would take.

Where you'll work

GERARD HALL
40 LORD STREET
ST HELENS
WA10 2SD

Training

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

Training provider

THE GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED

Training course

Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)

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Training schedule

This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade A*-C/9-4)
  • Maths (grade A*-C/9-4)

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

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Self Motivated
  • Punctual
  • Reliable
  • Honest
  • Hardworking

About this employer

TD Construction Testing are an established UKAS accredited Construction Materials Testing Laboratory who carry out Soil, Aggregate, Concrete & Asphalt testing to British and European standards, both in our laboratory and on construction sites nationwide. We are employed by a wide variety of organisations from local authorities, private developers and leading multinational corporations on some of the largest infrastructure projects both nationally and regionally.

After this apprenticeship

Possible progression within the company and progression onto the next level apprenticeship.

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THE GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000025676.

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Closes in 28 days (Friday 8 May 2026)

After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.