Laboratory Technician

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We are looking for candidates to work within our busy Geotechnical Material Testing Laboratory, based in Leeds, testing material samples from our Site Investigation works and for external clients. Duties include preparation of soil and rock samples for testing, descriptions, and undertaking basic geotechnical classification testing including water content testing, plastic and liquid limit testing, and particle size distribution testing.

This is an entry‑level grade into the laboratory and assumes no prior knowledge of laboratory soil and rock testing. The workload varies from general routine jobs to tasks carrying responsibility, requiring good planning and organisation, use of one's own initiative, good knowledge and attention to detail.

Candidates should have excellent communication and a good understanding of written English, with a customer‑service focus and a professional approach.

Working in a small busy team, flexibility to carry out duties not part of the normal remit in the interests of the team is a must, alongside a positive outlook and a ‘can do’ approach. While teamwork is important, candidates must also be able to work alone.

Soil Engineering is committed to equal opportunities in employment with the aim of ensuring that everyone who applies receives fair treatment. We encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, and pregnancy/maternity.

When you join the world’s largest specialist geotechnical contractor, you’re part of an international community of over 10,000 experts, based in 31 countries. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to prestigious, ground‑breaking projects, use the latest tools and technology to solve complex problems, constantly learn new skills, and shape your career.

At Soil Engineering Geoservices, our highly skilled team provides leading geotechnical expertise through ground investigation, drilling and grouting, and geotechnical testing from three bases. Supporting our Ground Investigation business, we maintain one of the country’s largest single‑site Geotechnical Laboratories, UKAS accredited for over 40 test disciplines.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industry: Construction