Lab Steward

Job Title:

Lab Support Steward Salary:£ 27,007.50 Per Annum

Contract:

Permanent Type of Employment:
Full Time

Hours:

37.5 Hours Per Week

Location:

GSK, Harmire Road, Barnard Castle, County Durham, England, DL12 8DT
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Lab Support Steward to join a well-established team supporting our client through an integrated laboratory service.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working within a structured scientific environment and takes pride in maintaining high standards of compliance, safety, and customer service.

• Washing, managing, and restocking laboratory glassware
• Performing laboratory fume cupboard checks to ensure airflow compliance with procedures
• Safe handling and removal of contaminated and hazardous waste
• Cleaning and disinfecting laboratory areas using rotating disinfectants in line with procedures
• Supporting general media preparation activities
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping, safety, and GMP compliance across laboratory areas
• Following documented procedures and ensuring accurate record keeping in line with ALCOA principles (Attributable, Legible, Contemporaneous, Original, and Accurate)

GCSE/NAT level qualifications in English, Mathematics, and Science (preferably Biology)

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow strict procedures consistently
• A methodical and organised approach to work
• Good communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders
• An understanding of compliance and quality standards within a laboratory or regulated environment would be advantageous

This is a mobile and physically active role which includes manual handling and lifting activities, therefore a good level of physical fitness is essential.