Summary
There’s no limit to what you can achieve while working with LAB (UK) Ltd. Their team is at the heart of what they do, and they are looking for someone who wants to play a key part in that long term. As a successful applicant, you have the potential to secure a full-time position with the business at the end of your apprenticeship.
Wage
£13,312 to £23,795.20 a year
Salary increases upon completion of PCERT qualifications Overtime pay & occasional weekend shifts
Training course
Laboratory technician (level 3)
Hours
Working hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday (varied 8hr shifts). Occasional overtime and weekend shifts.
40 hours a week
Possible start date
Monday 24 March
Duration
1 year 9 months
Positions available
1
Work
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
Lab UK are pleased to be able to offer you the opportunity to both earn a salary and study towards a nationally recognised qualifications through our Level 3 Asbestos Analyst Apprenticeship.
As a Trainee Asbestos Analyst, you'll receive comprehensive on-the-job training and guidance from our experienced analysts, and members of the team. Your journey begins with shadowing lead professionals and progresses through a structured training program.
Whilst learning from experts, and using the company vehicle to travel across the UK, you will:
* Complete Leak testing of enclosures
* Take bulk samples
* Complete investigation of leak test failures
* Undertake personal monitoring of asbestos removal operatives to provide data for exposure assessments and planning any future works if required
* Undertake monitoring in enclosures
* Perform visual inspections of cleanliness of equipment leaving site
* Handle Client/Contractor liaison including with the LARC (licensed asbestos removal contractor) and any other key stakeholders
* Perform ongoing development of air testing strategies and interpretation of results as required
* Maintain a diary of work to provide written log of all activities undertaken on site
* Complete auditing of the works and site
* Complete background air monitoring prior to the start of asbestos works
* Undertake reassurance air monitoring following the completion of asbestos works
Where you’ll work
34 BRITANNIA COURT
BASILDON
SS13 1EU
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
TIRO TRAINING LTD
Your training course
Laboratory technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
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
Your training plan
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 LAB (UK) Ltd who together, will make sure you develop the knowledge, skills, and work habits you’ll need to succeed in your career.
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!
More training information
* You will also undertake PCERT qualifications whilst working for Lab UK.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
* English (grade 4 / C)
* Maths (grade 4 / C)
* Science (grade 4 / C)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Attention to detail
* Customer care skills
* Problem solving skills
* Analytical skills
* Logical
* Initiative
* Physical fitness
Other requirements
Please note, because of the site-based nature of this position, you must hold a valid UK Driving License and be willing to drive to different sites on a daily basis. Part of your role will also require occasional heavy lifting, and due to the nature of the position, you’ll need to be 18+.