Reporting to the Binders & Development Manager, you will be involved in the effective and efficient running of the laboratory, to always observe the safety policies of the company and the department, ensure that all operations carried out within our area of responsibility are undertaken with full regard for the safety of visitors, other members of staff and yourself.
As an Apprentice Laboratory Technician you will perform sampling, be happy to work to variable time patterns and be flexible
You will be involved with safety procedures in the laboratory, undertake quality control work in the laboratory on new deliveries of bitumen and blended batches, assist in maintaining the laboratory facilities in good order, maintain all laboratory records for work undertaken, assist with quality procedures and other projects as required
You oversee that work is carried out speedily, foster and maintain effective communication with terminal operations and carry out other appropriate duties as assigned by your line manager.
Training:At Tiro we’re obsessed with changing lives through science and technology apprenticeships so we can’t wait to have you on board.
Over 21 months, you’ll devote a minimum of 6 hours of your working week on off-the-job training. This can include theory training (for example, virtual lessons & online learning), alongside practical training (for example shadowing, mentoring, & time spent writing assignments. Together this will count towards a Level 3 Laboratory Technician apprenticeship. You’ll be trained by an expert tutor from Tiro as well as an experienced mentor at Salvum Limited who together, will make sure you develop the knowledge, skills, and work habits you’ll need to succeed in your career.Training Outcome:As a successful applicant, you have the potential to secure a full-time position with the business at the end of your apprenticeship. Through practical ‘on-the-job’ training you’ll have the opportunity to learn new skills to provide competency and responsibility in carrying out testing and to help develop your career. You can look forward to a range of potential career paths in industries such as marine biology, construction, engineering or research and development. There is a growing demand for skilled professionals who hold this crucial testing experience, used in various sectors! This apprenticeship program serves as a stepping stone towards a rewarding career in testing, with the added opportunity to become a registered Technician (RSci Tech). This enables you to take on more specialised roles or progress into leadership positions. Employer Description:Continental Bitumen is part of the Colas Group, and we offer a range of services including the trading and supply, shipping, distribution and receivals of Bitumen. Bitumen is a mixture of complex hydrocarbons and small quantities of sulphur, nitrogen, oxygen and trace metals. It is a substance used in a range of industries, including road construction, roofing and insulation.
We hold a ‘Gold Investor in People’ award for continuously developing and rewarding out employees, offering excellent career potential. As a business, we hold 3 core values: Caring, Sharing and Daring. We are driven to invest in our employees and encourage them to participate in innovation, moving forward and striving to provide sustainable infrastructure solutions.Working Hours :Working hours are Monday - Friday, varied and flexible shiftsSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working....Read more...
Your duties may include but are not limited to:
Preparing for laboratory-based scientific investigations & experiments. Identifying appropriate scientific techniques, procedures, and methods to meet objectives (including environmental and risk management systems).
Plan and perform laboratory-based scientific investigations and experiments using specialised techniques, following specified methodologies, and quality standards, and in accordance with relevant H&S procedures and wider regulation/ legislation.
Use specified instrumentation and laboratory equipment. Calibrate and troubleshoot equipment where required.
Systematically collect and produce reliable and accurate information from scientific investigations and experiments and keep accurate records.
Use data analysis tools to process or produce reliable analysis, interpretation, and evaluation of data.
Collaborate with stakeholders and communicate scientific information.
Apply scientific techniques for data presentation to scientific and non-scientific audiences. e.g. statistics.
Recognise problems and apply appropriate scientific methods to identify causes and achieve solutions.
Maintain knowledge of advances in scientific and sector working practices and participate in continuous business performance improvement.
Support, organise and manage personal workload and contributes to the development of staff in own area.
*New applicants who meet the entry requirements of the role will be contacted by the Apprentice Employment Agency team to discuss your application and the apprenticeship in further detail. Please ensure you provide up-to-date contact details and check your junk in case of redirected emails. Failure to respond to communications will result in your application being withdrawn.Training:At Tiro we’re obsessed with changing lives through science and technology apprenticeships, so we can’t wait to have you on board.
Over 36 months, you’ll devote a minimum of 6 hours of your working week on ‘off the job’ training. This can include theory training (for example, virtual lessons & online learning), alongside practical training (for example, shadowing, mentoring, and time spent writing assignments. Together this will count towards a Level 5 Technician Scientist apprenticeship. You’ll be trained by an expert tutor from Tiro as well as an experienced mentor at Tronox who, together, will make sure you develop the knowledge, skills, and work habits you’ll need to succeed in your career.
Being an apprentice is hands-on, so you’ll get the chance to learn things you might otherwise not have experienced in a university or college environment.
The best part? You’ll be earning a salary while you gain your qualifications, meaning no huge student loans to pay back at the end of the programme!Training Outcome:On completion of the apprenticeship, successful candidates could secure a role in a successful, dynamic company.Employer Description:Tronox is the largest vertically integrated titanium dioxide producer in the world, the largest producer of merchant titanium chemicals, and the leading manufacturer of specialty titanium products. Tronox provides numerous products and services for a variety of industries around the world. From coatings to paper and polymers to pigments, our products and services are used to improve everyday life. Thousands of products in our world, from plastic bags to aerospace parts, get their start with help from Tronox. Tronox employ nearly 7,000 across six continents, and have a rich diversity, unmatched vertical integration model, and unparalleled operational and technical expertise across the value chain, position Tronox as the preeminent titanium dioxide producer in the world. We’re committed to our people, our customers, and our communities. With a broad global reach and deep local roots, Tronox embrace and celebrate the unique character and culture of every place they call home. From the west coast of Australia to the east coast of the U.S., from Europe to South Africa, and from mines to research and development labs, they bring the same passion to work in every location, everywhere, every day.Working Hours :Monday to Friday between 8.30am - 4.30pm (30 mins unpaid lunch).Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
