Laboratory Technician Apprentice

Job Description

Are you passionate about science and eager to kick-start your career in a laboratory environment?

We're looking for motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician Apprentices to join our team and gain hands-on experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.   Eurofins are excited to be working in partnership with the new Institute of Technology (IOT) based in Stafford which opens September 2025, to deliver our Apprenticeship scheme.

The IOT specialises in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) training, within an adult learning centre.  The IOT and Eurofins have worked to create a dedicated testing laboratory to provide a first-class teaching environment.  The IOT geography is within a short commute of our i54 Wolverhampton site, with plenty of onsite car parking available and within a 5-minute walk of Stafford railway station.

As part of our structured apprenticeship program, you’ll rotate through a variety of departments within our state-of-the-art Water Hygiene Testing department. From sample preparation to analytical testing, you'll learn how to prepare and analyse samples, carry out tests, record results, and maintain lab equipment—all while ensuring high standards of health and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Register, prepare and analyse samples as required.
• Perform laboratory tasks following specific methodologies.
• Use of specified laboratory instrumentation and equipment, including calibration.
• Produce reliable, accurate data and keep accurate records of laboratory work.
• Analyse, interpret and evaluate data.
• Identify issues and escalate to management where appropriate.
• Communicate scientific information using our internal laboratory information management system.
• Participate in continuous business performance improvement.
• Maintain a ‘Clean as you go’ mentality, undertaking general housekeeping duties.
• Maintain laboratory equipment stock levels.
• Perform your duties with customer focus ensuring a high level of customer care.
• Undertake any internal training sessions made available to you.
• Attend apprenticeship training every week (term time) at the IOT Stafford Campus
• Complete training linked to your role in house at Eurofins

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) in English and Maths / willing to undertake skills training in this area if not
• A genuine interest in science and laboratory work
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Computer literate
• Punctual and reliable
• Positive attitude with a commitment to want to learn and develop in science environment
• Willing and able to travel to Stafford to complete apprenticeship training once per week and positively represent Eurofins

What You’ll Gain

• A nationally recognised qualification – Level 3 Laboratory Technician
• Practical work experience in a professional laboratory setting
• Support from experienced members of the Water Hygiene Testing Team
• Mentorship and support from experienced industry professionals at the IOT
• Development of a range of skills though both the Apprenticeship programme and Eurofins in house training