Laboratory Technician

At Intertek, we bring quality and safety to life, and we are proud to be trusted partners in Assurance, Testing, Inspection, and Certification services across global industries. We are now recruiting a Laboratory Technician at our Thornton Laboratory, where you’ll play a key role in delivering accurate, timely, and safe chemical analysis services as part of our shift-based team

ABOUT YOU

You’re methodical, hands-on, and take pride in precision. Whether you’re at the start of your laboratory career or progressing through grades with increasing technical responsibility, you bring a strong sense of ownership and a drive to work with integrity. You’ll be someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, follows procedures rigorously, and contributes to a safety-first culture.

Required skills and experience:

• A levels/ONC in Chemistry or a related subject
• Extensive experience in a laboratory setting
• Degree/HNC in Chemistry or related field preferred
• Strong verbal communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Relevant computer skills for data input and results reporting

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

As a Laboratory Technician, you’ll work within an established shift structure carrying out the preparation, analysis, and reporting of chemical tests. Your responsibilities will grow in line with your technical grade, with opportunities to develop advanced analytical skills, conduct method validation, lead on training and development, and contribute to continuous improvement projects.

Key activities:

• Receive and process test items/samples
• Prepare reagents, standardise solutions, and conduct chemical tests
• Report results accurately and ensure full traceability of test data
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Participate in equipment calibration and quality control processes
• Develop methods and document SOPs
• Train and supervise junior staff
• Liaise with clients out of hours
• Represent the lab in safety initiatives and quality improvements

WHAT WE OFFER

Join Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity, and we thrive working together with precision, pace, and passion. We are working to make the world Ever Better, ensuring the quality, safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world.

• Competitive salary
• Structured training, mentoring and grade progression
• Career development across our UK and global operations
• A collaborative and safety-focused working culture

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who does not discriminate against applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, or national origin.

Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement, and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies.