Laboratory Technician Apprentice (Level 3) - Augean
| Posting date: | 20 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £21,500 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Salary increasing to National Minimum/Living Wage after 12 months, if applicable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 September 2025 |
| Location: | ENRMF, Stamford Road, Kingscliffe, Northamptonshire, PE8 6XX |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Tiro |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
| Job reference: | TW664 |
Summary
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
- Workings hours are 40 hours per week (8.30-5.00pm)
- 1 hour lunch break
- Company pension scheme
- Regular training and CPD opportunities
Our employees are our greatest asset and we recognise the need to motivate, incentivise and develop our people as leaders in our sector.
What will I be doing as a Laboratory Technician apprentice?
As an apprentice, you will have the opportunity 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).
There will also be opportunities to develop into further roles such as analytical chemists, technical and risk assessment-based positions. All of which contribute to projects looking for ways to improve processes at the plant. Hard work and determination will be recognised!
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 you time effectively.
Be prepared for a challenge as you take on activities to ensure the targets are met, whilst standards are upheld to ensure the safety of your team and working environment.
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. You’ll be trained by an expert tutor from Tiro as well as an experienced mentor at Augean who together, will make sure you develop the knowledge, skills, and work habits you’ll need to succeed in your career.
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
- Workings hours are 40 hours per week (8.30-5.00pm)
- 1 hour lunch break
- Company pension scheme
- Regular training and CPD opportunities
Our employees are our greatest asset and we recognise the need to motivate, incentivise and develop our people as leaders in our sector.
What will I be doing as a Laboratory Technician apprentice?
As an apprentice, you will have the opportunity 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).
There will also be opportunities to develop into further roles such as analytical chemists, technical and risk assessment-based positions. All of which contribute to projects looking for ways to improve processes at the plant. Hard work and determination will be recognised!
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 you time effectively.
Be prepared for a challenge as you take on activities to ensure the targets are met, whilst standards are upheld to ensure the safety of your team and working environment.
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. You’ll be trained by an expert tutor from Tiro as well as an experienced mentor at Augean who together, will make sure you develop the knowledge, skills, and work habits you’ll need to succeed in your career.
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