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Terra Tek Ltd, part of the Igne Group of companies, is seeking a Trainee Laboratory Technician to join its team in Daventry. But, if you’re imagining working in a sterile environment with a white coat, this is not the laboratory role for you! We test ground and soil samples with the very latest technology to support our construction sector clients to find cost-effective solutions for their building projects.
All we need from you is a willingness to learn, to be happy getting your hands dirty and to be able to move samples that can weigh in excess of 15kg. In return, we will provide a full-time job with excellent rates of pay and overtime (both in the week and over the weekend), and the opportunity to work in an exciting and growing sector along with excellent career opportunities.
If you want to join an innovative, fast paced and dedicated team who are making a difference, we would love to hear from you.
We are part of Igne Group Limited, which is a synergetic amalgamation of six companies, renowned within our respective fields, with over 350 years of combined experience.  A one-stop-shop for pre- and post-construction services. Igne’s six service categories are: geo-environmental, unexploded ordnance risk mitigation, site investigation, construction materials testing, water wells and geothermal energy solutions.
A Trainee Laboratory Technician’s Key Responsibilities:
- Testing various construction materials e.g., soils, aggregates, concrete and asphalt
- Completion of test sheets and data entry onto tablets
- Liaise with senior members of staff on work schedules and testing procedures
- Work within in-house quality assurance systems
- Maintain high levels of health and safety in line with company policies
Your Qualifications:
- GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
About You:
- You will need good communication skills - both written and verbal
- Manual handling and physical activity are daily requirements – samples can weigh in excess of 15kg
- You must be confident to work in a team environment
Igne provides a competitive salary with opportunities for development and benefits as detailed below:
Salary & Benefits:
- Basic salary is £26,208 with excellent overtime rates available after 40 hoursÂ
- 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
- Continual training and development
- Death in service scheme
We are a Real Living Wage Employer, a Disability Confident Employer and signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant; we recruit talented individuals who care about making a positive difference.  We want colleagues to bring their whole selves to work and be able to be themselves, so equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are core to our company culture and integral to the success of our business. We also want all colleagues to thrive, which is why we have trained and dedicated mental health first aiders across the organisation who are available for all employees to speak to for any support they need.Â
We believe in the development of our talent, which is why at Igne, you will have many opportunities for training and development within your role.
