Location: West Thurrock - Navigator Terminals Thames Limited, Oliver Road, West Thurrock, Grays, Essex RM20 3ED
Working for Jean Lefebvre (Eurovia)
Experienced in all categories of structures, in the UK and from across Europe, North America and Africa, including carriageways, footways, industrial pavements, airfields and ports, we can provide our clients with a range of integrated services, or touch points, to select from.
With a UKAS accredited testing laboratory (No 4201) , capable of performing a variety of performance tests and specialised material designs, supported by our ISO compliant management system, we ensure our methodology is compliant, delivering to the highest quality standards.
From initial pavement evaluation and site investigation to the development of a bespoke pavement design, or independent technical advice on pavement and material specifications or skid resistance, we can assist.
The Package
Starting salary of £19,500/year
26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Workings hours are Monday to Friday 08:00am to 16:00pm
The Laboratory Technician Level 3 Apprentice role supports the quality and technical performance of materials through routine sampling, testing, and analysis of aggregates, sands, raw materials, and bituminous products in line with required frequencies. The role involves monitoring test results and trends to help identify potential issues and support preventative actions, reporting non-conformities and test failures to technical management, and assisting with preliminary complaint investigations.
The apprentice also provides technical support to internal teams and customers within set guidelines, maintains accurate laboratory data and records, and ensures the laboratory environment and test equipment are properly maintained and within calibration while working towards a recognised apprenticeship standard.
Summary of duties:
Ensure the sampling and testing of all aggregate, sands, incoming raw materials and bituminous materials and bitumen are carried out at the required frequency.
Assist with the monitoring of analysis and trends following testing of materials and finished products to ensure appropriate preventative action has been taken to ensure quality and technical performance is maintained.
Report all instances of product, test rate failure and non-conformities to technical management.
Provide technical advice and support to other internal departments as and when required and to customers within set guidelines.
Input data and operate the laboratory computer database system.
Carry out preliminary complaint investigations.
Ensure the laboratory environment and test equipment is well maintained and within calibration.
Please note: Due to the nature of the role and Health & Safety requirements, you must be 18+ to be eligible for this apprenticeship.
What could the future look like?
When you join Jean Lefebvre (Eurovia), the possibilities for your success are limitless. As a successful applicant, you have the potential to secure a full-time position within the company at the conclusion of your apprenticeship.
Through practical training on the job, you will acquire new skills and gain the competence and responsibility required for laboratory testing. This apprenticeship program serves as a stepping stone towards a rewarding career in laboratory testing, with the added opportunity for the apprentice to become a registered Science technician (RSci Tech).
This program unlocks a multitude of career paths, granting you access to diverse organisations across various sectors. Whether it's the chemical and pharmaceutical industries (primary and secondary), biotechnology companies, nuclear enterprises, analytical science services, or educational institutions, the doors are wide open.
This apprenticeship can also help pave the way for further educational and professional advancement. You may choose to pursue higher-level qualifications through one of our Degree Apprenticeships such as Applied Materials Science, or Applied Chemical Science.
Skills, Knowledge, and Experience
About You
You are detail-oriented, methodical, and take pride in producing accurate and reliable work. You have a strong interest in science, materials, and quality assurance, with a natural curiosity to understand how products perform and how results impact the wider business. You are comfortable following procedures and standards, while also able to spot trends, identify potential issues, and escalate concerns appropriately.
You work well both independently and as part of a team, communicate clearly with colleagues and stakeholders, and are confident using computer systems to record and analyse data. Organised and proactive, you maintain a clean, safe, and well-calibrated laboratory environment. You are keen to learn, open to feedback, and motivated to develop your technical knowledge and professional skills through a recognised apprenticeship.
Please note: Due to the nature of the role and Health & Safety requirements, you must be 18+ to be eligible for this apprenticeship.
Experience
We value attitude, curiosity, and commitment just as much as past experience. While previous science experience can be helpful, it’s not essential — we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, especially those with a genuine interest in the field and the motivation to build a career.
You might be a school or college leaver, or someone looking to retrain. Either way, if you’re enthusiastic, proactive, and ready to learn, you’ll fit right in.
Qualifications
It’s about enthusiasm, not school results. In our experience the most successful apprentices are those who are driven to find out more about the sector, can be up front about what they do and don’t already know, are considerate, self-reflective, and impatient to learn the job role!
