Laboratory Technician

WHAT IS ON OFFER

Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for a Laboratory Technician to join our team in Lea Green, St Helens.

We’re looking for a highly attentive and proactive individual to become a part of our Precious Metals Laboratory department. You will be responsible for independently performing analytical methods to a high standard of precision and accuracy, delivering reliable, high-quality results within required reporting deadlines.

You will play a vital role in supporting AHK’s laboratory services, where we are recognised as the centre of excellence across the AHK Group and therefore required to deliver operational excellence consistently.

ABOUT US

Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.

We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people. Click here to find out more about AHK.

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following:

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Flexible and able to adapt to a changing environment
• High attention to detail
• Teamwork working alongside others with positivity and respect.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to communicate effectively and professionally.
• Proactive with the ability to work independently using own initiative and taking pride in work.
• Able to demonstrate a high degree of manual dexterity.
• Keen interest in Chemistry and/or other scientific principles (desirable).
  

Required Work Experience

• Previous laboratory experience is desirable but not essential.

Required Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required.

BENEFITS

We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match including pension, life assurance and an employee assistance programme.

If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.

Alfred H Knight is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.