Laboratory Technician

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We’re looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our growing Site Services team in Doncaster. This is an excellent opportunity to build your career in a busy laboratory environment, working with construction materials and supporting projects that make a real impact.

As a Laboratory Technician, you’ll be responsible for carrying out laboratory testing in accordance with British and European Standards while maintaining the highest levels of quality, accuracy, and customer service.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and testing soil, bituminous, and cementitious construction materials.
• Scheduling and organising laboratory samples for testing.
• Calibrating laboratory equipment and carrying out routine maintenance.
• Recording, preparing, and presenting accurate test data.
• Cross-checking calculations and supporting quality assurance processes.
• Assisting with the training of colleagues on laboratory test methods.
• Conducting daily equipment and moisture content checks.
• Preparing calibration samples and SRD sand for site technicians.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised laboratory environment.
• Supporting the wider team with additional duties as required.

We’re looking for someone who is reliable, organised, and enjoys working as part of a team.

Essential skills and experience:

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• A positive, flexible approach to work.
• Ability to follow procedures and work within quality systems.
• Experience working in physically demanding environments.
• A strong commitment to Health & Safety.

Desirable:

• Manual Handling training.
• Experience in geotechnical or construction materials testing (training will be provided if required).

• Full training and ongoing development.
• Opportunity to work within a supportive and experienced team.
• A varied, hands‑on role with opportunities to develop new skills.
• Overtime or Time Off in Lieu for additional hours worked.
• A workplace that values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

If you’re looking for a practical, rewarding role where your attention to detail and commitment to quality will make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of our growing team in Doncaster.