Average Laboratory Technician salary in the UK

An excellent opportunity for an individual with experience in a laboratory environment looking to work for a growing company who can offer extensive training and career progression opportunities. Do you have experience within a laboratory environment (professionally or during education)? Are you looking for training and progression? This industry leading company operate within the cosmetics sector, and have been steadily expanding over the last few years due to an increase in the demand for their services. Due to this they are now looking for a Laboratory Technician to join their expert team. In this role you will be tasked supporting the development of new products. This will involve creating samples and prototypes, product testing, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations. In addition to this you will also be provided with extensive training and have the chance to progress your career into more senior positions. This role would therefore suit an individual with experience in a laboratory environment (professionally or during education), who is looking for training and the chance to progress their career. The Role: Supporting new product developmentCreating samples and prototypesExtensive training provided£23,000 - £25,000 + Training + Progression + Benefits The Person: Experience within a laboratory environment (professionally or during education)Looking for training and progressionCommutable to Irvine

Are you an experienced laboratory technician or perhaps have a chemistry background and are looking for a new challenge? My client is keen to expand their friendly team with someone looking for an interesting and varied role which encompasses; Technical support and technical salesAssisting with system set ups, testing and dealing with issuesDocumentation from sales quotes through to order and build stagesTesting products for different applicationsWorking with R&D on NPD and prototypesHands on skills with laboratory equipment or instrumentation type systems With an enquiring technical mind, you may have worked in a similar role or being looking for an opportunity to develop and diversify your skills and experience within a customer support focussed role. Highly organised with strong attention to detail, good interpersonal and communication skills are essential. This role is easily commutable from Cambridge, Newmarket, Royston, Cambourne, Duxford, Saffron Walden, Haverhill, Braintree, Dunmow, Stansted, Bishops Stortford, Witham and many more places in Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Suffolk and Essex. This role may interest you if you have worked previously as a laboratory technician, lab assistant, chemist, analytical chemist, laboratory analyst, process chemist, laboratory supervisor, laboratory manager, Quality Control Laboratory Technician or similar.

Laboratory TechnicianMilton Keynes | ?? Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pmTemp-to-Perm (3 months initial contract)£14.36 per hour / £28,000 per annum equivalent Are you a skilled laboratory technician with a passion for environmental science and sustainability?We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join a leading environmental operations team. This role involves essential testing, analysis, and monitoring work, supporting regulatory excellence and sustainability across water, wastewater, and waste solids. Key Responsibilities Carry out a range of chemical, biological, and physical testing on environmental samples (e.g., wastewater, AD sludges, compost, incinerator residues). Perform in-house anaerobic digestion (AD) testing (pH, ammonia, solids, FOS/TAC, VFAs) and boiler chemistry testing (pH, conductivity, silica, chlorine levels, etc.) for thermal treatment. Interpret results, escalate any out-of-range findings, and liaise with Compliance and Operations teams. Manage calibration and maintenance of lab equipment. Organise and report on both internal and external lab analyses. Ensure compliance with ISO 17025, COSHH, and Duty of Care requirements. Support internal audits, quality assurance, and operator training on sampling and lab practices. Monitor consumables and maintain stock levels. Requirements Qualifications Degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, Environmental Science, or related field. NVQ Level 4 in Laboratory and Associated Technical Activities (desirable). Skills & Experience Solid experience in laboratory testing within environmental, waste, or industrial settings. Strong knowledge of lab procedures and compliance frameworks (ISO 17025 desirable). Skilled in technical report writing and maintaining accurate lab records. Competent with lab equipment calibration and Microsoft Excel. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Personal Attributes Self-motivated, proactive team player. High attention to detail. Able to prioritise and work to tight deadlines. Immediate start preferred as the current postholder is exiting at the end of May. This is an exciting opportunity to join a values-driven team working at the forefront of environmental compliance and sustainability. Apply today to be considered for this essential and rewarding role.