Laboratory Assistant

Company: Nicholas Associates Group
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Location: Skelmersdale
Job Description:

Monday – Friday, 9:30am – 2:30pm (25 hours per week, with a degree of flexibility to provide absence/holiday cover)

Role Overview:

My client is seeking an organised and detail-oriented assistant, ideally with lab experience in a similar industry. Assisting the Laboratory Manager with a range of technical and clerical day to day tasks to ensure the company maintains its high quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Testing for active ingredient content in herbicides and pesticides using HPLC technology.
  • Sample preparation for testing of Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium content in fertilisers.
  • Carrying out testing for the above fertiliser nutrients using well-established testing methods and laboratory equipment.
  • Working safely and effectively within the laboratory environment.
  • Reporting and recording of test results.
  • Maintaining an organised sample retention station.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • A level or equivalent in Chemistry.
  • Comfortable working in a laboratory environment.
  • Ability to work and communicate with staff at all levels throughout the business.
  • Maintain an organised sample retention station.
  • Good attention to detail with the ability to keep accurate records.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365 software.
  • Experience in a similar industry or a desire to learn.
  • Flexibility with tasks required e.g. laboratory work, fetching samples.
  • Experience of ISO9001 QMS.
  • Good level of written English.

Personal Attributes:

  • Highly organised and proactive.
  • Team player with a collaborative mindset.
  • Willingness to ‘get hands dirty’ in a production environment (sample retrieval and resampling).

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EEO Statement:

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we’re happy to discuss flexible working options.

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Posted: June 4th, 2026