Asbestos Laboratory Analyst Apprenticeship (Level 3) - Environtec

Asbestos Laboratory Analyst Apprenticeship (Level
3) - Environtec

Department: Science Apprenticeship - Asbestos L3

Employment Type: Apprentice

Location: Mansfield

Compensation: £26,436 / year

Location: Hermitage Way, Mansfield, NG18 5ES

Expected

Start Date:

September 2026

Working for Environtec

Environtec is a leading UKAS-accredited Asbestos Consultancy, working with clients across many sectors. Whether your requirements are testing, management or surveying, we set the standards for Asbestos Consultancy with our professional, impartial service.

Founded in 1994, we have invested in and built a highly effective network of branches across England, Scotland and Wales. Today we’re the partner of choice for hundreds of companies and organisations, ranging from blue-chip firms and government departments to NHS trusts, schools and universities. Each of our branches also has its own UKAS-accredited asbestos laboratory, ensuring we can turn round sample analysis and other tests quickly.

We’re looking for curious, motivated individuals who are ready to learn, develop, and contribute to the future of clean energy. There’s a place for anyone with the drive to grow, collaborate, and take on new challenges.

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About Environtec

• Basic salary £26,436 per year
• Up to 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays increasing with length of service
• 40 hours per week
• Monday to Friday
• Training & development - keep your skills sharp and your career moving

We are pleased to offer an opportunity for an Asbestos Laboratory Technician Apprentice to join the team to support day-to-day laboratory operations and provide technical assistance to ensure accurate sample analysis and efficient laboratory workflows.

This apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a future career in asbestos analysis and laboratory science, offering opportunities to develop a broad range of practical and technical skills in a supportive environment focused on quality, safety and professional development:

• Learn how to prepare and analyse samples to identify asbestos content in building materials
• Support the logging, handling and storage of laboratory samples and technical data
• Develop an understanding of laboratory quality standards, health and safety procedures and environmental compliance
• Assist with generating reports, certificates of analysis and maintaining accurate laboratory records
• Gain experience using laboratory equipment and industry-standard analytical techniques
• Work alongside experienced analysts and technical teams to develop practical laboratory skills
• Support quality control procedures and help ensure customer turnaround times are met
• Receive training towards industry-recognised asbestos laboratory qualifications and professional development opportunities

You’re someone who enjoys focused, detailed work and takes pride in accuracy. You like understanding exactly what you’re looking at and why it matters, rather than just following steps. Whether you’ve explored science before or are just starting out, you’re motivated to build real knowledge and develop a career in a laboratory environment where precision and consistency are essential.

You’re most comfortable in a structured setting, you like clear procedures, predictable routines, and knowing what good looks like. Working with microscopes, analysing samples, and carefully identifying and recording results feels satisfying rather than repetitive. You’re patient, methodical, and able to concentrate for long periods on detailed tasks because you understand that accuracy and consistency are critical to producing reliable outcomes.

You approach your work with a calm, disciplined mindset and take responsibility for following procedures and maintaining high standards. You’re confident working independently for extended periods, while also understanding the importance of quality checks and clear documentation. You’re motivated by producing precise, defensible results and are keen to build your skills over time, becoming a trusted specialist in a highly controlled laboratory environment.

Please note:
You must be 18+ due to the nature of the…