Laboratory Technician Apprentice TUN ABDUL RAZAK RESEARCH CENTRE

What you will do in your working day

In the Physical Testing lab, you’ll be responsibility for providing a materials testing service for Rubber Consultants - this mean working with manufactured materials and products, to understand how they function and perform under different conditions. 
 
Responsibilities will include: 

• Prepare and test samples to national and international standards or to client specifications
• Assist in calibration and performance verification testing
• Maintain laboratory records both soft and hard forms of test data and the associated reports
• Prepare test reports from the raw data
• Assist with the preparation of quotes for new business opportunities
• General housekeeping duties about the laboratory 

The training you will be getting

At Tiro we’re obsessed with changing lives through science and technology apprenticeships so we can’t wait to have you on board.

Over 21 months, you’ll devote a minimum of 6 hours of your working week on ‘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 Laboratory Technician apprenticeship. You’ll be trained by an expert tutor from Tiro as well as an experienced mentor at TARRC who together, will make sure you develop the knowledge, skills, and work habits you’ll need to succeed in your career.

Functional skills in maths and English is available (if required).

Being an apprentice is hands-on, so you’ll get the chance to learn things you might otherwise not have experienced in a university or college environment.

The best part? You’ll be earning a salary while you gain your qualifications, meaning no huge student loans to pay back at the end of the programme!

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

When you join TARRC, 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 training on the job, you will acquire new skills and gain the competence and responsibility required for laboratory testing. This apprenticeship program serves as a stepping stone towards a rewarding career in laboratory testing, with the added opportunity for the apprentice to become a registered Science technician (RSci Tech).

This program unlocks a multitude of career paths, granting you access to diverse organisations across various sectors. Whether it's manufacturing, construction, engineering, aerospace, automotive, or research and development - there is a growing demand for skilled professionals who can ensure the quality and reliability of materials used in various sectors. 

This apprenticeship can also help pave the way for further educational and professional advancement such as our Level 6 Bachelor of Science (BSc) Applied Materials Science Apprenticeship, enabling you to take on more specialised roles or progress into leadership positions. 

Rest assured, your hard work and determination will not go unnoticed!