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Brief overview of the role:
Build Your Career in Construction Materials Testing Do you enjoy science, engineering, problem-solving, and practical hands-on work?
Skills4Science is seeking a Geotechnical & Construction Materials Laboratory Technician Apprentice to join our client’s specialist materials testing team.
Qualifications Required:
GCSEs in Maths, English, and a science subject (or equivalent) at grade 4-9 or equivalent.
Personal Qualities:
- Ability to work unsupervised following a planned work schedule
- Writing and numeracy skills
- Familiarity with computers / keyboards / typing skills
- Word, Excel, Access – statistics, graphs, data analysis
- General awareness of importance of safety, and in particular safety issues of working in a laboratory.
Desired skills:
- Ability to work unsupervised following a planned work schedule
- Basic writing and numeracy skills
- Familiarity with computers / keyboards / typing skills
- Word, Excel, Access – statistics, graphs, data analysis
- General awareness of importance of safety, and in particular safety issues of working in a laboratory.
Training to be provided:
Laboratory Technician Level 3
Future Prospects:
Because of the technical experience you will gain from working in a laboratory, you will gain skills which many graduates have yet to develop. If you have practical ability, ability to solve problems and good communication skills there are opportunities for progression towards higher qualifications.
Vacancy description:
About the role:
As a Laboratory Technician Apprentice, you will support the day‑to‑day work of the laboratory, assisting with testing, preparing samples and maintaining a clean and safe working environment. You will be trained and supported throughout the apprenticeship.
This is an exciting opportunity to develop technical skills that support major construction and infrastructure projects across the UK.
You'll learn how to test soils, aggregates, concrete, and other construction materials to help engineers make informed decisions about the safety and performance of buildings, roads, and infrastructure.
What You'll Be Doing
Working alongside experienced technicians, you will:
Prepare soil, aggregate, rock & concrete samples for testing
Carry out moisture content, density, grading, and particle size tests
Assist with sieve analysis and material classification testing
Record and analyse laboratory results
Operate specialist testing equipment
Assist with equipment calibration and maintenance
Follow British Standards and laboratory procedures
Support ISO quality management requirements
Maintain accurate test records and reports
Follow health and safety procedures at all times
What We're Looking For
Interest in science, engineering, geology, or construction
Strong attention to detail
Practical and hands-on approach
Good communication and teamwork skills
Basic IT and numerical skills
Ability to follow procedures accurately
Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Training & Development
You will complete a nationally recognised qualification: Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship
You'll gain experience in:
Soil Testing
Aggregate Testing
Concrete Testing
Rock Testing
Construction Quality Assurance
Laboratory Operations
Career Progression
Upon completion, opportunities may include:
Geotechnical Laboratory Technician
Materials Testing Technician
Site Investigation Technician
Engineering Technician
Higher Level Apprenticeships
Construction Materials Specialist
Why Join Us?
✅ Earn while you learn
✅ Gain industry-recognised qualifications
✅ Work on projects that shape the built environment
✅ Develop highly sought-after technical skills
✅ Clear progression opportunities within the testing industry
