Graduate Lab Technician – Aberdeen
26000 to 30000 per Annum
Permanent Opportunity
We are seeking a motivated Graduate Lab Technician to join a busy geotechnical laboratory team in Aberdeen. This is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate Lab Technician with some relevant experience to build a long-term career in ground investigation and materials testing. Working as a Graduate Lab Technician in Aberdeen, you will support a wide range of construction and infrastructure projects through high-quality laboratory analysis.
This organisation provides comprehensive ground investigation and testing services across Scotland, combining site-based expertise with advanced in-house laboratory capabilities. You’ll be part of a skilled technical team delivering accurate, reliable data to support engineering design and development. Their laboratory is fully equipped to carry out a broad suite of soil, rock and materials testing, ensuring quick turnaround and high standards of quality.
The Role As a Graduate Lab Technician, your responsibilities will include:
- Undertaking soil and material testing (e.g. classification, moisture content, strength testing)
- Preparing, logging and managing samples in line with industry standards
- Recording and processing laboratory data accurately
- Assisting with equipment calibration and maintenance
- Supporting both laboratory and occasional site-based testing activities
Working as a Graduate Lab Technician in Aberdeen, you will play a key role in ensuring data quality and supporting project delivery.
Candidate Requirements: We are looking for a proactive Graduate Lab Technician in Aberdeen with:
- A degree (or equivalent) in geology, civil engineering or a related field
- 1-3 years’ experience in a laboratory or technical environment (preferred)
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Good communication and teamwork abilities
- A full UK driving licence (desirable)
Company Benefits:
- Hands-on experience across a wide range of geotechnical testing services
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- A supportive, close-knit team environment
- Competitive salary and benefits
If you are a Graduate Lab Technician looking to advance your career in Aberdeen, we encourage you to apply.
Interested in this or other roles in Geotechnical or Geo-Environmental, please do not hesitate to contact William Lisle at (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website.
This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.