About Us
Byohm, the trading name for Wastewater Fuels Ltd, is a UK-based clean technology company pioneering next-generation wastewater treatment and renewable energy systems. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in Coventry, West Midlands, we develop bio-electrochemical systems that convert wastewater into treated water and renewable fuels.
Driven by a mission to revolutionise wastewater treatment through low-energy, sustainable technologies, we aim to recover energy and protect natural resources. Our vision is to create a world where every drop of wastewater and organic waste contributes to a circular, decarbonised economy — transforming what was once waste into a valuable source of clean energy and environmental resilience.
We are a young company, funded by private equity and government contracts, and led by experienced innovators. You’ll join as the Laboratory Technician, into a growing team based in Coventry (CV3).
Responsibilities
You’ll join a growing multidisciplined research team that collaborates to achieve common goals.
Typical duties will include:
Support day-to-day testing and assist in developing new testing capabilities and commissioning test rounds in the lab. This role is ideal for individuals with a background in microbiology/wastewater treatment/electrochemistry/chemistry who are eager to gain hands-on experience in material testing, data collection & analysis and lab operations. The role will particularly suit a 2nd year university placement or a student taking a gap-year to assist in further learning.
· Support full life cycle of installation, maintenance and decommissioning of MEC reactors.
· Collection and characterisation of samples e.g. Gas chromatography, COD and pH measurement.
· Prepare media, buffers and reagents, test cell commissioning & decommissioning, preparation of samples, or other lab support activities as directed.
· Maintain a consistent housekeeping routine for the laboratory including waste, and cleanliness.
· Ensure on-site sampling and laboratory testing is carried out to high standards of quality & safety.
· Maintains accurate records of data collection in a timely manner.
· Support the wider team in delivering large projects
· Be keen to develop new skills.
Experience
What are we looking to see in an ideal candidate (listed in bold is a requirement, without these, you will not be selected):
· Minimum HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in a STEM field, courses with a focus on practical laboratory experience preferred
. Competent and experienced working with hand and portable tools
· Methodical with high attention to detail
· Excellent record keeping
· Confident working independently
· Experience working in a laboratory environment
· Problem solving mentality
· Be computer literate
· Possess good verbal and written English
Please note: This is a temporary contact for a 3 month duration.
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 3 months
Pay: £23,000.00-£26,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- A start date of 6 July or earlier is required
Experience:
- Laboratory: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Location:
- Coventry CV3 4LB (preferred)
Work Location: In person
