Laboratory Technician Apprentice (Level 3) - Augean, Kings Cliffe

Department: Science Apprenticeship - Chemistry L3

Location: Kings Cliffe

Compensation: £21,500 / year

Description:

Location: ENRMF, Stamford Road, Kingscliffe, Northamptonshire, PE8 6XX

Working for Augean:

Augean are the sector leader in modernising hazardous waste management practice, providing sustainable waste management solutions. The business conducts various testing & monitoring of waste/hazardous materials. Technicians analyse samples, testing levels of, for example, soil and other substances.

Their core values have been developed to help them shape the way they work together with Augean. Through respect, integrity, teamwork and excellence, everyone is aligned to support each other and provide technical excellence to their customers.

This role is a great opportunity for anyone with a keen interest in Chemistry or Environmental Science but not essential. If you have the passion to learn and desire to build a new skillset then we want to speak to you.

The Package:

• Starting salary of £21,500
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Working hours are 40 hours per week (8.30-5.00pm)
• 1 hour lunch break
• Company pension scheme
• Regular training and CPD opportunities

What will I be doing as an apprentice?

As an apprentice, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experts, including Analytical Chemists, Quality Managers & Technical Assessors to name a few. You'll work in the laboratory performing environmental and sampling activities as set out by your mentor.

Reporting directly to the Laboratory Manager you will prepare and sample different materials around the site, using a variety of analytical instruments to ensure the site is behaving in the manner predicted in the risk assessments, and that there is no unacceptable environmental impact.

• Sample preparation to UKAS ISO 17025 standard
• Extracting and clean-up of samples using various techniques.
• Calculation of results and data entry on to the LIMS system.
• Performing daily checks including balances, pipettes, and instruments.
• Cleaning, reagent, and sample preparation.
• Eventually run and maintain various instrumentation within the Laboratory.
• Sampling of incoming waste streams for compliance.

With support from your manager, mentor & team you will gain a knowledge of chemistry techniques, analytical and research skills, computer competences, and teamwork.

What could the future look like?

There's no limit to what you can achieve if you work for Augean, with potential for the successful applicant to be offered a full-time position working with the business at the end of the apprenticeship.

Through 'on-the-job' training you'll have the opportunity to learn new skills to provide competency and responsibility in carrying out testing and to help develop a career in laboratory testing. Not only that but the apprentice will have the opportunity to become a registered Science technician (RSci Tech).

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise:

Experience:

Whilst previous experience is great, we're not just interested in experience and qualifications; we're looking for someone with the right attitude and aptitude to fit right in at Augean.

Qualifications:

It's about enthusiasm, not school results. In our experience the most successful apprentices are those who are driven to find out more about the sector, can be up front about what they do and don't already know, are considerate, self-reflective, and impatient to learn the job role!

About You:

We are looking for someone who is focused and meticulous in all aspects of work. Someone who displays a willingness to work within a team to achieve an end goal and to provide the necessary support in reaching that goal.

You must be comfortable collaborating with others to ensure business demands are met, with an emphasis on customer service, meeting customer expectations and improving service levels whilst taking on responsibility of your own work and managing your time effectively.

To succeed in this apprenticeship, you'll need bags of enthusiasm, be a fantastic collaborator and be hungry to learn!

So how does the apprenticeship work?

At Tiro we're obsessed with changing lives through science and technology apprenticeships so we can't wait to have you on board.

Over 21 months, you'll devote a minimum of 6 hours of your working week on 'off the job' training. This can include theory training (for example, virtual lessons & online learning), alongside practical training (for example shadowing, mentoring, & time spent writing assignments. Together this will count towards a Level 3 Laboratory Technician apprenticeship.

Eligibility:

While we never want to hinder your job application process with obstacles, there are some minimum requirements you'll need to meet in order to do an apprenticeship, these are rules set by the UK Government.

You'll need to be over 18, not in full time education, have lived in the UK for 3 years and have the right to work in the UK.

If you don't quite meet these minimum requirements yet, let us know you're interested here and we'll get in touch to discuss this further with you.