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Laboratory Technician
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Laboratory Technician
Laboratory Technician
About the Role
Location: PO12 2DL, Alverstoke (near Lee-on-Solent, Gosport) with free onsite parking. Salary: £24,160 - £34,400, depending on suitability, qualifications, and experience.
Working Pattern: Flexible working requests are considered—let us know your preferred pattern on application.
Ready to play your part?
At AWE, it’s more than just a job—it’s about helping to keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you?
AWE is recruiting for a Laboratory Technician within the Defence Radiation Protection Services (DRPS) at AWE Alverstoke. DRPS provides technical and advisory services on ionising and non-ionising radiation protection for the Ministry of Defence and commercial clients.
As a Laboratory Technician within the DRPS Approved Dosimetry Service, you’ll:
- Issue and assess personal radiation dosemeters to agreed timescales.
- Maintain personal dosimetry records within required deadlines.
- Respond promptly and accurately to customer requests, ensuring **excellent customer service`.
- Work in a laboratory-based environment, with some office tasks.
- Provide short-notice support to the DRPS Radiological and Nuclear Emergency Response Organisation, if needed.
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Who Are We Looking For?
- A self-motivated, enthusiastic individual to join the Approved Dosimetry Service team.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to engage with colleagues and customers.
- Exceptional attention to detail for accurate record-keeping.
- Enthusiasm for learning on the job and skill development.
- Commitment to delivering practical and scientific work to high safety and quality standards.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel. (No prior laboratory experience needed—full training provided.)
- Interest in continuous professional development and growth.
Benefits
AWE asks a lot because our work truly matters. In return, they offer:
- 270 hours of annual leave.
- Market-leading contributory pension scheme (9%–13% employer contribution, based on your input).
- Family-friendly policies:
- 39 weeks’ full pay maternity leave
- 4 weeks’ full pay paternity leave
- Professional career development opportunities, including funding for professional body memberships.
- Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
- Life Assurance (4 × annual salary).
- Discounts on everyday spending.
- Special Leave Policy, including paid time for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces), and caring.
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Next Steps
Thankfully, great people don’t always ‘tick every box’. We evaluate your:
- Potential
- Fit with our values
- Transferable skills
- Experience
If you feel this role and AWE are a great fit for you—apply, even if you don’t check all the criteria!
Important Information
- Apply promptly to avoid disappointment (roles may close before the deadline if demand is high).
- Security clearance is required and will be funded by AWE.
- British Citizenship mandatory.
- 5 years’ UK residency for Security Clearance (SC).
- 10 years’ UK residency for Developed Vetted (DV).
- If you need recruitment adjustments, let us know on your form.
- Interviews typically take place over Microsoft Teams and are usually a one-stage process.
Diversity & Inclusion We aim to recognise differences, foster diverse perspectives, and ensure all employees feel valued. Inclusion data will be held separately from your application in line with GDPR, not shared with hiring teams.
(British Citizenship is required to apply for this role.)
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