Laboratory Technician

Are you a science graduate looking to start your laboratory career, or do you already have hands-on laboratory experience and want to develop further within a growing renewables business? This is an excellent Laboratory Technician opportunity to join a company working within anaerobic digestion, biogas, environmental testing and sustainable agriculture. They are in the process of opening a brand new laboratory at their state of the art art AD site on the outskirts of Grantham, backed by Astra Zeneca.

You do not need to have years of experience. This role could suit a recent graduate with a degree in biology, chemistry, environmental science or a related subject. It could also suit someone without a degree who has gained practical laboratory experience in a workplace, college, food, water, wastewater, environmental, agricultural, chemistry, biology or process-led setting. You will be part of a brand-new, state-of-the-art laboratory near Grantham, working alongside the Laboratory Manager, Head of Bioprocess and Senior Biologist.

You will support routine laboratory testing, sample preparation, analysis, reporting and general laboratory operation. This is a great opportunity to build your laboratory career within renewable energy while contributing to the safe, efficient and high-performing operation of anaerobic digestion plants.

The Role As a Laboratory Technician, you will support the day-to-day running of the laboratory, carrying out routine testing and analysis on samples from operational sites. You will help with sample receipt, preparation, logging, testing, data entry, reporting and maintaining accurate laboratory records. You will also help ensure laboratory equipment is used correctly, the working environment is kept safe and organised, and all work is completed in line with SOPs, COSHH, health and safety procedures and quality standards.

Full training and support will be provided, making this a strong opportunity for someone who is motivated, accurate, reliable and keen to develop within a technical laboratory environment.

Key Responsibilities Carry out routine laboratory testing and sample analysis. Support the operation of a brand-new, state-of-the-art laboratory near Grantham. Work alongside the Laboratory Manager, Head of Bioprocess and Senior Biologist. Receive, log, prepare and process laboratory samples. Maintain accurate laboratory records, spreadsheets and databases. Enter test results and support routine reporting. Follow laboratory methods, SOPs, COSHH documents and risk assessments.

Maintain high standards of accuracy, cleanliness and data quality. Help ensure equipment is used, cleaned and maintained correctly. Support stock control, consumables and general laboratory organisation. Work safely and follow all health, safety and quality procedures. Support sampling, testing and analysis linked to anaerobic digestion and biogas operations. Assist with new methods, laboratory improvements and R&D activity where required. About You You may be a recent graduate, college leaver with relevant laboratory exposure, Laboratory Technician, Trainee Laboratory Technician, Lab Assistant, Analytical Technician, Environmental Laboratory Technician, Water Testing Technician, Quality Technician, Biology Technician, Chemistry Technician or someone with practical laboratory experience looking for your next step.

As a Laboratory Technician, you will ideally have: A degree in biology, chemistry, environmental science or a related subject, OR practical laboratory experience without a degree. Some experience or understanding of laboratory testing, sample preparation, analysis or quality control. Good attention to detail and a methodical approach to work. Confidence using Excel, databases or general IT systems. A reliable, organised and safety-conscious approach.

Willingness to learn new testing methods and laboratory procedures. Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a small technical team. An interest in renewable energy, environmental science, biology, chemistry, agriculture or sustainability. A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle would be beneficial.

Experience with in anaerobic digestion, biogas, water, wastewater, food, environmental testing, agriculture, chemistry, biology or another laboratory-based environment would be useful, but full training will be provided for the right person. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing renewables business and become part of a brand-new laboratory team near Grantham. You will gain hands-on laboratory experience, receive training and support from experienced biology and bioprocess specialists, and play a direct role in supporting renewable energy and sustainable agriculture.

The business is also working in collaboration with local universities on R&D projects, giving you exposure to laboratory development, new methods and process improvement as the lab grows. If you are looking to start or develop your…