Technician

Cawood Scientific Ltd.; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading analytical laboratory service provider in Bracknell is seeking a Laboratory Technician for a fixed-term contract until April 2026. The role involves preparing and handling soil samples, ensuring compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and maintaining safety standards in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail, teamwork skills, and a willingness to positively contribute to a growing team. Flexible working options are available to support a balanced work-life experience.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Overtime compensation

Time off in lieu

Qualifications

• Ability to handle and prepare soil samples for analysis.
• Experience with laboratory equipment maintenance.
• Understanding of Standard Operating Procedures.

Responsibilities

• Handle and prepare soil samples for grinding.
• Sort and log samples with unique ID numbers.
• Maintain laboratory safety and compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Efficiency

Communication

Job description

**Consent****Cookie Name**: Google Analytics**What it does:** Data Collection, Configuration, Data Processing and Reporting**Why is it used:** Tracks and Reports Traffic (Anonymised) for Web Analytics**How long it lasts:** At least 25 Months .**Enquiries**When contacted with an enquiry, we will hold the entity name and contact details only for the purposes of handling the enquiry.* recognise you whenever you visit this website (this speeds up your access to the website as you do not have to log in each time);* obtain information about your preferences, online movements and use of the internet;* carry out research and statistical analysis to help improve our content, products and services and to help us better understand our customer requirements and interests;* target our marketing and advertising campaigns more effectively by providing interest-based advertisements that are personalised to your interests;* make your online experience more efficient and enjoyable.Technician page is loaded## Technicianlocations: Bracknell, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 7 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: January 5, 2026 (10 days left to apply)job requisition id: REQ106970Cawood is the largest independent provider of analytical laboratory testing and sampling services for the land-based industries in the UK. With 15 sites around the country specialising in different types of analysis, we are always looking for skilled and talented individuals to join our teams. This is an exciting time to join Cawood. The business is growing and there are plenty of opportunities for people who want to work hard, have fun and be part of our success.**Job Description:**JOB PURPOSE STATEMENT – LABORATORY TECHNICIANThese are fixed term contracts until April 2026 based at NRM Bracknell.* Receiving daily soil sample deliveries* Receipting samples and logging in via various methods* Preparation, drying and 2mm grinding of samples* Disposing of soil samples upon completion of their storage date.* Ensuring daily targets are met, SOPs are followed, and records kept accurately.JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES**Responsibilities*** Handle samples and place them into drying trays as preparation for grinding.* Prepare and grind samples to required standard into batch trays ready for extraction.* Sort samples into order and manually stamp with unique ID number. Attention to detail is essential to ensure no errors in sorting.* Empty heavy sample bags and extraction buckets into allocated bins on site.* Perform maintenance on the equipment when required.* Weigh dry samples and record data onto LIMs system and calculate the Dry Matter Percentage.* Understand and follow the Standard Operating Procedures provided.* To work in other preparation roles within the company as the workload dictates.* Maintain Cawood credibility by always portraying a positive image, keeping equipment and PPE clean.* Respect company equipment and use as per guidelines. Report any damage to management as soon as possible.* Work as a team and maintain morale by actively offering help and assistance wherever possible.* Responsible for keeping safety at the forefront of lab work and being proactive ensuring accidents and near misses are always reported straightaway to Managers in line with our company accreditation and policy.**CORE COMPETENCIES****Diligence*** Comply with Cawood ways of working, policies, and procedures.* Maintain safe, compliant, and effective working standards.**Efficiency*** Constantly review & optimise your ways of working.* Share good practice and be prepared to suggest better ways of working.* Be able to work in a fast-paced environment while keeping quality of work to a high standard.**Communication*** Understand and utilise the structural reporting lines provided.* Report problems in the lab effectively and promptly.**Continuous Improvement*** Grasp opportunities to broaden your own horizons and development. Embrace change and seek clarity when required.HEALTH & SAFETY AT WORKAll employees have a duty to comply with and support the company HS & E policies and procedures work in accordance with the Health & Safety at Work Act (1974), COSHH Regulations (1988) and other relevant policies and proceduresADDITIONAL NOTES This job description does not intend to cover all aspects of the jobholder’s duties but is intended to be indicative of the main areas of responsibility. The Company reserves the right to alter elements this job description in line with business needs and in close communication with the jobholder.locations: Bracknell, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Ago# We spend a lot of our lives at work, so it’s important to us to make Cawood a place our people enjoy working. Cawood is a flexible employer, offering flextime, overtime and time off in lieu to help colleagues manage their work in a way that suits them as well as the business. We believe in working together to find the best outcome for all and we foster a culture of friendliness and family within our teams.# # # *“The people we work with are fun and supportive, even during the more difficult days”*# # *“The flexibility that is offered, especially when you have worked in other laboratory environments”*# # *“The GOAL, the growth plans and opportunities for development in a range of skills”*# # *“The new leadership team and their ambition to invest in people”*# # This year’s People Plan builds upon this fun, flexible and family feel to make Cawood one of the best places to work.