Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship

Positions available

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

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