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Uplift360
Laboratory Technician
Uplift360 • Bristol, United Kingdom • via LinkedIn
6 days ago
Full–time
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Job description
Closing Date: 31st October 2026
Location: Bristol, UK
Job Title: Laboratory Technician (Chemical)
Job Type: Full-time preferred. Part-time considered
Salary: £28K - £35K depending on experience
About the Role
Uplift360 UK is looking for an enthusiastic lab technician to join our sustainable materials company. The chosen candidate will receive comprehensive training and professional development, playing a crucial role in the effective running of a research lab. Your core responsibilities include the daily maintenance and smooth operation of the lab, adhering strictly to SOPs and health and safety requirements. You will also work closely with the R&D team, conducting standard tests on materials produced by Uplift360. The right candidate will be enthusiastic about fighting climate change, circular economics and green technologies.
About Uplift360
We are a cleantech company developing chemical-based technologies to reuse and recycle advanced materials.
Through the development of novel low-energy and ambient condition chemical systems, Uplift360’s ground-breaking circular economic technologies are creating new alternatives to incineration or landfill for advanced materials. This reduces waste, produces low carbon materials, and lowers the cost of recycling to make reuse and recycling applicable to the widest range of composites and advanced materials.
We operate in multiple domains including, automotive, defence, aerospace and renewable energy. Our focus is on high value composites that contain reinforcing fibres including carbon, aramids, UHMWPE, and glass.
As a Laboratory Technician, your key accountabilities will include:
• Ensuring smooth and efficient running of an industrial research lab.
• Proficient handling of chemicals following rigorous health and safety protocols.
• Planning and executing analytical measurements and experiments under the supervision of material scientists.
• Analysing collected data using prescribed templates.
• Making SOPs and reports.
• Handling chemical inventory; placing orders and receiving goods in a timely manner.
• Ensuring lab equipment is well maintained and calibrated.
• Promoting Uplift360’s vision, mission and core values internally and externally.
These key accountabilities listed above describes an overview of the post and is not intended to be exhaustive. The job holder is expected to accept reasonable additional tasks of similar level that may be necessary and not listed.
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Personal Qualities
• A-levels or BTEC in the sciences with a minimum of 3 years of experience in an industrial research laboratory.
OR
• Degree in a science with lab-based experience.
• Confident with a practical hands-on approach in the lab and excellent self-starter as well as a dedicated team player.
• Flexibility and willingness to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Proficient in computer applications including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Be a self-starter, comfortable in operating in fast-paced and uncertain environments.
• Be located within and/or be willing to relocate to Bristol or nearby town/city.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
• Industrial experience in a laboratory environment.
• 2.1 or above in material science, chemistry or chemical engineering.
• Experience in procurement, interfacing with chemical suppliers or equipment vendors.
• Manual handling qualifications
Why Join Uplift360?
We are a family friendly company that believes in the importance of supporting our employees to find and maintain an excellent work life balance. Your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us.
Comprehensive holiday package:
• Generous holiday allowance, with a policy that encourages taking time off to recharge.
• 37 days leave (full year, FTE) including UK bank holidays.
Flexible working:
• Core business hours are 0900-1700 Monday-Friday. Working hours must adhere to the open hours of the facility.
• This role will be based at our Bristol lab and office. You’ll be required on site 4+ days/ week.
• When not required at the lab, you have the possibility to work from home or from a local co-working space.
• We’re happy to discuss flexible working options to support work-life balance at interview stage.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us, and be themselves at work. If you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements for the recruitment process or the role, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss.
How to Apply
Send an email, including your CV and a cover letter to jobs@uplift360.tech.
Please state in your application where you heard about the role.
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Specsavers
Trainee Lab Technician
Specsavers • Sutton, United Kingdom • via Glassdoor
10 days ago
Full–time
No Degree Mentioned
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Job description
So, you’re a proactive people person and a great team player looking to start a career in Optics? If you are looking for a role that will allow you to use practical skills in a team environment, then you’d be a great fit here. If you’ve ever considered a career in optics, this Trainee Lab Technician role could be perfect for you.
As a Trainee Lab technician, you will use the latest computer-controlled equipment with an eye for detail & accuracy, allowing you to maintain high standards to maximise customer satisfaction.
What’s on offer?
As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:
• Salary – £10.20 – £12.41 per hour (age dependent)
• Full time hours – 40 hours with 1 weekend day required
• Specsavers Perks – our discounted benefits scheme
• Extra day off for your birthday
• WeCare – UK confidential employee helpline
• Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities
• Discounted hearing and eyecare benefits
• Enhanced sick pay (after a year or service)
• Enhanced pay for family leave (Maternity/Paternity etc)
What does the role involve?
Day-to-day, you’ll help us out by producing customer orders from scratch, interpreting optical prescriptions and drawings, correcting faults and re-assembling of glasses, carrying out testing and adjustments, prepare and maintain materials and equipment. You’ll also make sure that you are producing the highest quality assured product.
What we’re looking for?
• Great communicator
• Experience working as part of a team
• Enjoy working with your hands
• Eye for detail
• Be flexible and adaptable
• Organised
Find out more
Checked all the boxes? This job will close when it’s filled, so don’t delay, apply today!
Laboratory Technician
Uplift360 • Bristol, United Kingdom • via LinkedIn
6 days ago
Full–time
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Job description
Closing Date: 31st October 2026
Location: Bristol, UK
Job Title: Laboratory Technician (Chemical)
Job Type: Full-time preferred. Part-time considered
Salary: £28K - £35K depending on experience
About the Role
Uplift360 UK is looking for an enthusiastic lab technician to join our sustainable materials company. The chosen candidate will receive comprehensive training and professional development, playing a crucial role in the effective running of a research lab. Your core responsibilities include the daily maintenance and smooth operation of the lab, adhering strictly to SOPs and health and safety requirements. You will also work closely with the R&D team, conducting standard tests on materials produced by Uplift360. The right candidate will be enthusiastic about fighting climate change, circular economics and green technologies.
About Uplift360
We are a cleantech company developing chemical-based technologies to reuse and recycle advanced materials.
Through the development of novel low-energy and ambient condition chemical systems, Uplift360’s ground-breaking circular economic technologies are creating new alternatives to incineration or landfill for advanced materials. This reduces waste, produces low carbon materials, and lowers the cost of recycling to make reuse and recycling applicable to the widest range of composites and advanced materials.
We operate in multiple domains including, automotive, defence, aerospace and renewable energy. Our focus is on high value composites that contain reinforcing fibres including carbon, aramids, UHMWPE, and glass.
As a Laboratory Technician, your key accountabilities will include:
• Ensuring smooth and efficient running of an industrial research lab.
• Proficient handling of chemicals following rigorous health and safety protocols.
• Planning and executing analytical measurements and experiments under the supervision of material scientists.
• Analysing collected data using prescribed templates.
• Making SOPs and reports.
• Handling chemical inventory; placing orders and receiving goods in a timely manner.
• Ensuring lab equipment is well maintained and calibrated.
• Promoting Uplift360’s vision, mission and core values internally and externally.
These key accountabilities listed above describes an overview of the post and is not intended to be exhaustive. The job holder is expected to accept reasonable additional tasks of similar level that may be necessary and not listed.
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Personal Qualities
• A-levels or BTEC in the sciences with a minimum of 3 years of experience in an industrial research laboratory.
OR
• Degree in a science with lab-based experience.
• Confident with a practical hands-on approach in the lab and excellent self-starter as well as a dedicated team player.
• Flexibility and willingness to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Proficient in computer applications including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Be a self-starter, comfortable in operating in fast-paced and uncertain environments.
• Be located within and/or be willing to relocate to Bristol or nearby town/city.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
• Industrial experience in a laboratory environment.
• 2.1 or above in material science, chemistry or chemical engineering.
• Experience in procurement, interfacing with chemical suppliers or equipment vendors.
• Manual handling qualifications
Why Join Uplift360?
We are a family friendly company that believes in the importance of supporting our employees to find and maintain an excellent work life balance. Your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us.
Comprehensive holiday package:
• Generous holiday allowance, with a policy that encourages taking time off to recharge.
• 37 days leave (full year, FTE) including UK bank holidays.
Flexible working:
• Core business hours are 0900-1700 Monday-Friday. Working hours must adhere to the open hours of the facility.
• This role will be based at our Bristol lab and office. You’ll be required on site 4+ days/ week.
• When not required at the lab, you have the possibility to work from home or from a local co-working space.
• We’re happy to discuss flexible working options to support work-life balance at interview stage.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us, and be themselves at work. If you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements for the recruitment process or the role, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss.
How to Apply
Send an email, including your CV and a cover letter to jobs@uplift360.tech.
Please state in your application where you heard about the role.
Report this listing
More jobs at Uplift360
See web results for Uplift360
Specsavers
Trainee Lab Technician
Specsavers • Sutton, United Kingdom • via Glassdoor
10 days ago
Full–time
No Degree Mentioned
Apply on Glassdoor
Apply on Indeed
Apply on SimplyHired
Apply on ZipRecruiter
Apply on Breakroom
Apply on BeBee GB
Job description
So, you’re a proactive people person and a great team player looking to start a career in Optics? If you are looking for a role that will allow you to use practical skills in a team environment, then you’d be a great fit here. If you’ve ever considered a career in optics, this Trainee Lab Technician role could be perfect for you.
As a Trainee Lab technician, you will use the latest computer-controlled equipment with an eye for detail & accuracy, allowing you to maintain high standards to maximise customer satisfaction.
What’s on offer?
As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:
• Salary – £10.20 – £12.41 per hour (age dependent)
• Full time hours – 40 hours with 1 weekend day required
• Specsavers Perks – our discounted benefits scheme
• Extra day off for your birthday
• WeCare – UK confidential employee helpline
• Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities
• Discounted hearing and eyecare benefits
• Enhanced sick pay (after a year or service)
• Enhanced pay for family leave (Maternity/Paternity etc)
What does the role involve?
Day-to-day, you’ll help us out by producing customer orders from scratch, interpreting optical prescriptions and drawings, correcting faults and re-assembling of glasses, carrying out testing and adjustments, prepare and maintain materials and equipment. You’ll also make sure that you are producing the highest quality assured product.
What we’re looking for?
• Great communicator
• Experience working as part of a team
• Enjoy working with your hands
• Eye for detail
• Be flexible and adaptable
• Organised
Find out more
Checked all the boxes? This job will close when it’s filled, so don’t delay, apply today!
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