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Process Scientist Technician Apprenticeship
FCC RECYCLING (UK) LIMITED
Leeds (LS9 0PJ)
Closes in 17 days (Sunday 1 November 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 14 October 2026
Summary
This is an exciting opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining hands-on experience in environmental science, waste treatment, laboratory testing and process operations. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, develop skills and contribute to environmentally responsible waste management that supports sustainability across the UK.
Wage
£19,656 a year
- Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
- Year 2 £10.85/Hr = £23,696
- Year 3 £12.71/Hr = £27,759 (second year salary will be equivalent to national minimum wage for apprentice age)
Training course
Technician scientist (level 5)
Hours
42-hours per week. Paid lunch break. 8am - 5pm. After 18-months - 2 years, a shift pattern will be given including night shift. (potential request for sooner shifts). Working days TBC. 42 hours a week
Start date
Monday 2 November 2026
Duration
3 years
Positions available
1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
As an apprentice, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience while working towards a nationally recognised scientific qualification. You'll play an important role in supporting site operations and environmental processes while developing technical and practical skills.
What you'll do at work:
- Complete a Level 5 Technician Scientist Apprenticeship over 36 months
- Learn how waste treatment processes operate and support environmental sustainability
- Operate and monitor specialist treatment plant equipment and computer-controlled systems
- Collect samples and carry out routine testing and scientific analysis
- Record and interpret test results, operational data and site information accurately
- Support routine inspections, maintenance and servicing of plant equipment
- Use a range of hand tools and equipment safely and effectively
- Assist with loading, unloading and movement of materials across site
- Carry out housekeeping activities and equipment checks to maintain site standards
- Follow Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) procedures at all times
- Wear PPE and work safely in an industrial environment
- Work independently and as part of a team to ensure efficient site operations
- Develop practical scientific, technical and problem-solving skills through workplace learning
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Where you'll work
Sycamore House
Knowsthorpe Lane
Leeds LS9 0PJ
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
THE S & A TRANSFORM GROUP LIMITED
Training course
Technician scientist (level 5)
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What you'll learn
- Identify potential scientific techniques to meet defined objectives.
- Review and select appropriate scientific techniques to undertake required tasks (consider risk management, safe working practices, equipment availability, quality standards, the environment, and sustainability).
- Source and calibrate specified instrumentation and laboratory equipment.
- Plan and perform laboratory-based investigations and scientific experimentation using scientific techniques, procedures, and methods relevant to the role.
- Systematically obtain information when conducting scientific experiments.
- Record and store data in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Contribute to the development or improvement of processes and methodologies and support their implementation into the business as part of a wider team.
- Use data analysis tools and software packages to process or produce reliable, accurate data or information.
- Interpret scientific data to inform actions or recommendations and escalate where required.
- Present the results of scientific work to scientific and non-scientific audiences in written and oral form.
- Plan and prioritise own tasks and complete work to schedule whilst maintaining compliance with internal and external requirements.
- Contribute to recommendations, improvements, or scientific solutions to meet the requirements of internal or external customers.
- Identify, develop or contribute to solutions to technical problems.
- Collaborate with stakeholders and identify results requiring further investigation or escalation.
- Keep up to date with advances in scientific and sector working practices and technologies.
- Shares best practice across the team.
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Requirements
Essential qualifications
- A Level in: Chemistry (grade Pass)
Desirable qualifications
- BTEC in: Applied Science (grade Pass)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Physical fitness
Other requirements
- Working towards a full UK driving licence.
About this employer
FCC Environment helps keep Leeds clean by managing waste responsibly and promoting recycling and sustainability.
Company benefits
- Paid lunch
- On-site parking
- Fully funded level 5 scientist apprenticeship
- PPE & overalls provided
- Career progression opportunity
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Full-time position following completion of apprenticeship.
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The contact for this apprenticeship is:
THE S & A TRANSFORM GROUP LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000058877.
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Closes in 17 days (Sunday 1 November 2026 at 11:59pm)
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