Entry Level Materials Technician job at Heathrow Full Time

Laboratory Technician
Location: Heathrow, Colnbrook Poyle, SL3 0BH
Salary: £25,282.40 per year (including London weighting)
Hours: 40 hours per week
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join our team based at Heathrow. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a variety of laboratory tests, assist in maintaining quality standards, and ensure the smooth running of laboratory operations. Whether you’re starting your career or building on experience, we offer the chance to grow in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Entry: Accurately input test results and ensure data integrity.
• Laboratory Testing: Perform various soil and concrete tests while following strict quality procedures.
• Quality Control: Collaborate with the quality department to arrange calibrations and report any equipment issues.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Maintain high standards of laboratory practice, cleanliness, and safety procedures.
• Teamwork & Independence: Work effectively as part of a team, with the initiative to carry out tasks independently.
• UKAS Audits: Assist with audits and ensure in-house testing meets turnaround time expectations.
• General Lab Duties: Perform any other tasks as assigned by your senior or lab manager.

About You

We are looking for a candidate who is eager to learn, reliable, and has great attention to detail. Your ability to work with both independence and as part of a team will ensure success in this role.

Experience & Skills Required:

• Education: GCSE level or above with strong numeracy and literacy skills.
• Experience in Geotechnical & Construction Materials Testing is an advantage.
• Good oral, written, and numeracy skills.
• Familiarity with safe working practices in a laboratory setting.
• Proficiency with IT, including Microsoft Excel.
• Strong observational skills and an eye for detail.
• Physically fit to handle the manual aspects of the role, such as carrying and moving samples.

Requirements

• Right to Work: You must have the legal right to work in the UK.
• Commuting: Ability to commute to Colnbrook Poyle – SL3 0BH.

Why Join Us?

At our company, we value integrity, teamwork, and personal development. Our values include:

• Think Customer: Focused on customer satisfaction to drive our success.
• Speed & Agility: We take action and get things done.
• Be Transparent: We act with honesty and integrity.
• Work Together: Collaboration is key to our success.
• Act Responsibly: We hold ourselves accountable and treat others with respect.
• Be Proud: We celebrate our achievements and learn from our experiences.

How to Apply

If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity to grow in a laboratory environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £25,282.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme

Application question(s):

• Do you have the legal right to work in the UK?
• Are you able to commute to Colnbrook Poyle – SL3 0BH on a daily basis?
• Do you have experience testing geotechnical and construction materials in a laboratory environment?
• What is the highest level of education you have completed? (GCSE/A-Level/Degree/Other- If other, please specify)
• Are you comfortable with data entry and ensuring accuracy in your work?
• Are you comfortable using Microsoft Excel and other basic IT programs for data entry and record-keeping?
• Are you familiar with safe working practices in a laboratory environment?
• The role requires carrying and moving laboratory samples. Are you physically fit to perform this aspect of the role?
• Do you have strong attention to detail and observational skills that have helped you identify issues or improve processes in the past?
• Are you comfortable working both as part of a team and independently?
• What interests you about the Laboratory Technician role, and how does it align with your career goals? (Please provide a brief response)

Work Location: In person