67 Laboratory Operations jobs in the United Kingdom

Laboratory Operations Manager

Site Based Southampton

Full time, Permanent role

€excellent salary and benefits

We are hiring for a Laboratory Operations Manager for a state of the art £30million R&D facility in Southampton. This site undertakes world class science, with over four hundred highly specialised engineers and scientists working across nine technical spaces and labs. This R&D Innovation centre will support cutting edge research and product development efforts for their Global R&D Team to turn into products for the betterment of its consumers and their wellbeing.

Role of a Laboratory Operations Manager
Our client is a leading global provider of laboratory facility management and laboratory equipment maintenance services. They have been awarded the contract to undertake all the laboratory equipment asset management and maintenance on site in Southampton. As such they are seeking a Site based Laboratory Operations Manager to oversee laboratory equipment maintenance and scientific equipment service engineering delivery at the Southampton Innovation Centre across all nine laboratories/workspaces. The successful candidate will hold accountability for all site-based laboratory equipment service delivery while leading a team of 4 - to include general laboratory equipment engineers, laboratory calibration technicians and a lab service co-ordinator to ensure exceptional service on site is provided.

This position requires the Laboratory Operations Manager to be on-site five days a week to co-ordinate and ensure that all the scientific equipment is up and running every day!

There is a diverse range of scientific equipment from laboratory automation to bench top laboratory equipment and analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC-MS, Mass Spectroscopy as well as autoclaves, fridges, freezers etc so there is lots of PPM, planned preventative maintenance, trouble shooting and no two days will ever be the same!

What You'll Do
Lead a diverse team of laboratory equipment service engineers,  laboratory equipment calibration technicians, helpdesk and technical staff at the Southampton site, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

Deliver lab equipment service engineering support through the site based engineering team reporting directly in to you.

Manage third party service agreements and host vendor service engineers on site to undertake warranty maintenance to lab equipment

Drive operational control through metrics and KPI management, including customer satisfaction and service delivery performance

Be customer facing, working with the site based customer’s Laboratory Managers to deliver excellent engineering services on site.

Inspire and develop team performance through recruitment, coaching, mentoring, and recognition, ensuring a skilled workforce at the Southampton site.

Utilise SAP and other CRM tools for asset management and operational efficiency

Implement and manage continuous improvement initiatives and innovation projects focused on enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of Southampton site operations.

What You'll Need
 

Ability to commute/ work in Southampton on site Monday – Friday daily is essential.

Minimum of 5 years of experience managing a Laboratory as a Laboratory Manager or having worked for a Laboratory Services/ Lab FM Company as a Laboratory Operations Manager, managing onsite service engineers, maintenance engineers, maintenance technicians of equipment in a regulated laboratory, pharmaceutical or similar environment.

You will have been a Laboratory Manager,  Laboratory Equipment Service Manager, Laboratory Engineering Operations Manager, Life Science Facilities Manager or equivalent with responsibility for a team of Laboratory Equipment Service Engineers, Calibration Engineers, Service Technicians or Calibration Engineers reporting into you where you have to co-ordinate the scheduling of PPM works to customer satisfaction and manage the team successfully.

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g. Quality, Business, Engineering, Chemistry or equivalent).

Proven Experience In Analytical Equipment Service/Laboratory Asset Maintenance/ Manufacturing or Laboratory Equipment Engineering Operations Management With Strong Leadership Skills.

Strong team development, performance management and employee engagement skills to motivate the team and drive performance excellence

Knowledge of working to GLP on a pharmaceutical, biotech, analytical chemistry, or medical device/similar R&D  site. Other industries will be considered so long as you have managed the Laboratory Operations in an R&D setting
 

Experience with SAP or other similar CRM systems and good working knowledge of Excel.

Ability to work to budgets and ensure that the laboratory equipment maintenance is brought in on budget.

Ability to lead change management programs and drive operational innovation tailored to the Southampton site.
 

Job Title: Lab Technician
Location: Neston, Chester
Remuneration: 14.14/hour
Contract Details: Temporary - until December

Responsibilities:
Join our dynamic team and play a vital role in the Post-Mortem Ward! As an Agency Technician, you will:

• Assist in setting up post-mortem rooms and preparing carcasses for examination.
• Support crucial post-mortem procedures, including opening and sampling carcasses.
• Ensure cleanliness by disinfecting workspaces and equipment, upholding hygiene and safety standards.
• Manage biological and clinical waste in alignment with university and legal protocols.
• Collaborate effectively with your team to ensure a smooth workflow and case management.
• Maintain precise records of samples and procedures to uphold our high standards.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and biosecurity measures for a safe working environment.

Essential Skills & Experience:
We're looking for a candidate who:

• Has previous experience in a post-mortem or a similar laboratory/clinical environment.
• Possesses butchery skills or experience handling deceased carcasses.
• Understands biological and clinical waste management protocols.
• Can work with sensitivity and professionalism in a post-mortem setting.
• Displays strong attention to detail and can follow established protocols.
• Is comfortable working in a physically demanding and emotionally sensitive environment.

Additional Information:

• Enjoy double time on holidays
• Please note that the location can be challenging to reach via public transport.

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If you're ready to contribute your skills in a meaningful way and thrive in a supportive team environment, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your career with us!

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• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment to ensure reliability and accuracy.
• Synthesize and test battery materials with attention to quality control.
• Design and execute experimental procedures including optimisation tasks.
• Record, analyse, and present findings to internal stakeholders.
• Manage laboratory consumables, supplies, and stock levels.
• Follow and improve standard operating procedures to ensure safe lab practices.

• Degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience working in a scientific laboratory setting.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality results.
• Curiosity and motivation to develop a broad range of technical skills.

Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician                         £13.00                           CV4         40HRS/Week Fulltime role

HOURS OF WORK

Monday-Friday 

8AM-5PM

BENEFIT FOR THE CANDIDATES

Weekly pay 

Free On-site parking 

Free tea and coffee

Contributing to the growth of a company 

Progression opportunities within the company

Temporary to Permanent role for the right candidate

Overtime available

THE COMPANY

The company is a quickly growing company based in CV4 dealing with architectural panel and aluminium coatings for construction.

THE JOB ROLE

Update Data spreadsheets and conduct routine checks on equipment inside the lab and warehouse

Ensure safety protocols are adhered to in the lab and warehouse

Testing of powder coating sprays in a lab setting and in the warehouse

THE PERSON SPECIFICATION

Strong data entry skills with a keen eye for detail

Have previous lab technician experience or have studied within that field

Be willing to learn new skills and be open to improving existing skills

Be a reliable and trustworthy person

INDBCOVSKILLED

Lab Technician

Kenton Black are partnered with a Food Testing testing facility in Ipswich who are seeking a diligent Sample Preparation Technician to join their dynamic team.

The successful candidate will not require prior laboratory experience, as training will be provided. However, those with a history in production, food services, or retail are highly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities of a Sample Preparation Technician:

- Accurately registering and preparing various food samples for analysis.
- Ensuring that sample preparation is completed in accordance with established SOPs and ISO17025 standards.
- Maintaining a clean and safe work environment in line with health and safety protocols.
- Managing sample inventory, including tracking, storage, and disposal, as per guidelines.
- Collaborating with laboratory personnel to facilitate efficient workflow and timely completion of tasks.

Sample Preparation Technician's are required to have:

- A high level of proficiency in English, both spoken and written, is mandatory.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow standard operating procedures precisely.
- Basic computer skills for data entry and sample tracking.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent organizational skills and the capability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

PLEASE NOTE: A driver's licence is required as this is a remote location with no public transport networks.

Laboratory Technician

Competitive + Benefits + Annual Bonus

Welwyn Garden City

Days Only (Mon-Fri)

gap technical are proud to be representing this manufacturing business in their search for a Laboratory Technician to work at their facility based near Welwyn Garden City

Performance Objectives

• Hydrogen content testing
• Tensile Testing
• Vickers Micro-hardness & Rockwell hardness testing
• Grain size Tests
• Bend test
• Potting-up & polishing samples for
  • Metallographic testing
  • Alpha Case Testing
  • Intergranular Attack Testing
  • Heat Affected Zone Testing
• Daily and Weekly Analysis of chemical process tanks, calculating & recommending additions of solution top-ups / New make-up
• Manage laboratory stock levels, obtain quotes, order consumables, book goods in
• Support test piece preparation (punching, cutting, drilling etc.)
• Housekeeping duties
• Participate in laboratory audits both internal and external
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (word, excel etc.)
• Operator overchecks
• Internal Calibration of equipment
• Archive/Storage of Test pieces

Person Specification

• Degree educated in a material science or minimum of 3 years working in a material testing laboratory.
• Working in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage your time efficiently
• Working with multiple stakeholders

Desirable

• Knowledge of aerospace quality management systems

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Closing Date: 29/10/2025

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Lab Technician

Deeside

27062/617

26,238 + pension, share scheme and more.

A long-standing manufacturing business in North Wales is continuing to grow and invest in its people. With decades of experience supplying products across multiple sectors, the company offers stability, career progression, and the chance to work in a supportive, well-established team environment.

Salary & Benefits:

• A starting salary of up to 28,000
• up to 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Healthcare Scheme
• Company Pension

Roles & Responsibilities:

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for preparing lab samples to meet customer Samples Requests and Technical Service Requests, ensuring all documentation is completed and retaining any relevant samples.

This position is responsible for carrying out checks on stability samples, ensuring they fall within the specification for the duration of the stability test.

• Carry out calibration of all relevant laboratory equipment daily,
• Carry out Quality Control checks for bulk liquids against specifications.
• Carry out stability tests on all products developed
• Prepare and dispatch samples using the sample request system and technical service request system.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Experience in a lab technician role previously
• Worked in a manufacturing environment, preferably chemical
• Good understand of quality control

If you would like more information, please contact Sam Paynter

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

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Location: Across South Wales
Pay: From 13.69 per hour (depending on experience)

Empowering Learning are seeking dedicated and skilled Laboratory Technicians to join Secondary Schools and Colleges across South Wales. This role is ideal for someone with strong organisational and technical skills, who can support science departments in delivering engaging and safe lessons.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing, setting up, and maintaining laboratory equipment and resources.

• Handling chemicals safely and preparing solutions for practical experiments.

• Supporting teaching staff in science practical lessons.

• Ensuring compliance with health & safety procedures at all times.

• Maintaining stock levels and ordering laboratory supplies when required.

• Assisting with the preparation of lesson materials.

• Providing technical advice and support to staff and students.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Laboratory Technician (school, college, or industry).

• Knowledge of health & safety procedures and risk assessments.

• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• A science-related qualification would be desirable but not essential.

Why join Empowering Learning?

• Competitive pay rates: from 13.69 p/h (depending on experience)

• Flexible roles: daily supply, long-term, or permanent

• CPD and career development support

If you are passionate about supporting Science education and want to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you!

Empowering Learning offers competitive hourly rates, professional support, and opportunities for CPD.
Empowering Learning is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of young people. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and subject to an Enhanced DBS check and two professional references.