Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship

THE TESTING LAB PLC

Adwick le Street (DN6 7HH)

Closes in 25 days (Friday 10 July 2026)

Posted on 12 June 2026

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Summary

Build Your Career in Construction Materials Testing. Do you enjoy science, engineering, problem-solving, and practical hands-on work?
Skills4Science is seeking a Geotechnical & Construction Materials Laboratory Technician Apprentice to join our client’s specialist materials testing team.

Wage

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

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Training course
Laboratory technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm.

40 hours a week

Start date

Wednesday 15 July 2026

Duration

1 year

Positions available

4

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

About the role:

As a Laboratory Technician Apprentice, you will support the day‑to‑day work of the laboratory, assisting with testing, preparing samples and maintaining a clean and safe working environment. You will be trained and supported throughout the apprenticeship.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop technical skills that support major construction and infrastructure projects across the UK.

You'll learn how to test soils, aggregates, concrete, and other construction materials to help engineers make informed decisions about the safety and performance of buildings, roads, and infrastructure.

What You'll Be Doing.

Working alongside experienced technicians, you will:

  • Prepare soil, aggregate, rock and concrete samples for testing
  • Carry out moisture content, density, grading, and particle size tests
  • Assist with sieve analysis and material classification testing
  • Record and analyse laboratory results
  • Operate specialist testing equipment
  • Assist with equipment calibration and maintenance
  • Follow British Standards and laboratory procedures
  • Support ISO quality management requirements
  • Maintain accurate test records and reports
  • Follow health and safety procedures at all times

What We're Looking For:

  • Interest in science, engineering, geology, or construction
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Practical and hands-on approach
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Basic IT and numerical skills
  • Ability to follow procedures accurately
  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Training & Development:

You will complete a nationally recognised qualification: Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship.

You'll gain experience in:

  • Soil Testing
  • Aggregate Testing
  • Concrete Testing
  • Rock Testing
  • Construction Quality Assurance
  • Laboratory Operations

Career Progression.

Upon completion, opportunities may include:

  • Geotechnical Laboratory Technician
  • Materials Testing Technician
  • Site Investigation Technician
  • Engineering Technician
  • Higher Level Apprenticeships
  • Construction Materials Specialist

Why Join Us?

✅ Earn while you learn
✅ Gain industry-recognised qualifications
✅ Work on projects that shape the built environment
✅ Develop highly sought-after technical skills
✅ Clear progression opportunities within the testing industry

Where you'll work

Unit 4 James Road Industrial Estate
James Road
Adwick le Street
DN6 7HH

Training

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

Training provider

I & F LIMITED

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

Laboratory Technician Level 3.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade 4-9)

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
  • Communication skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Organisation skills
  • Patience
  • Team working

About this employer

Our reputation is built on our commitment to prompt professional, personal service and attention to detail, which is reflected in the services we offer and the time we take to get to know our clientele and how to best service their needs.

After this apprenticeship

Because of the technical experience you will gain from working in a laboratory, you will gain skills which many graduates have yet to develop. If you have practical ability, ability to solve problems and good communication skills there are opportunities for progression towards higher qualifications.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

I & F LIMITED

Abbey Roche

vacancies@skills4group.com

0161 794 0528

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000037053.

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Closes in 25 days (Friday 10 July 2026)

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