Asbestos Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3) - Crucial Environmental
Company: Tiro Training Ltd Salary: £23,000 to £27,000 a year Hours: Full-time Location: Worthing, BN14 8PQ Working pattern: On-site Job type: Apprenticeship Posting date: 10 Sept 2026 Closing date: 10 Oct 2026
We are pleased to offer an opportunity for an Asbestos Laboratory Technician Apprentice to join the team, supporting day-to-day laboratory operations including sample preparation, asbestos fibre identification, microscopy and accurate recording of analytical results in line with quality and regulatory standards.
This apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a future career in asbestos analysis and laboratory science, offering the opportunity to develop a broad range of practical and technical skills while gaining hands-on experience in a professional, quality-focused laboratory environment:
Receive, log and prepare laboratory samples ready for analysis.
Learn and carry out appropriate sample preparation techniques in line with laboratory procedures.
Develop practical skills in the use of stereo and polarised light microscopy.
Learn how to identify different types of asbestos fibres, including chrysotile, amosite and crocidolite.
Accurately record laboratory activities, sample information and analytical results.
Enter, review and maintain analytical information within laboratory systems.
Assist with the preparation and production of laboratory certificates and documentation.
Support the maintenance, checking and general care of laboratory equipment.
Maintain a clean, tidy and safe laboratory environment at all times.
Take part in internal quality control exercises to help ensure accurate and reliable analytical results.
Follow the company's documented laboratory procedures and Quality Management System (QMS).
Develop an understanding of ISO/IEC 17025 requirements relevant to the role.
Learn about key quality requirements including impartiality, confidentiality, equipment control, sample handling and record keeping.
Understand how nonconforming work is identified, recorded and managed within a regulated laboratory environment.
Develop an understanding of the importance of producing technically valid, accurate and reliable analytical results.
Complete all analytical work under appropriate supervision and checking while developing competency.
Take on increasing levels of responsibility as your knowledge, practical skills and confidence develop.
Work towards demonstrating competency and gaining formal authorisation to carry out relevant laboratory activities independently.
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