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Dive into the exciting world of science, manufacturing, and technology. From hands-on lab roles to vital support positions in HR or marketing, diverse roles are making a real difference to our world.
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Not Just Lab Coats exists to provide you with one place to explore the career options in science, manufacturing and technology. You can explore job profiles, get advice and guidance along every step of your journey and discover real examples of what a career in our sectors looks like.
We not only cover all the roles you might expect, like Laboratory Scientist or Chemical Engineer, but also the heroes working behind the scenes like Admin Assistants and Marketing Managers.
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5 female engineers you should know, but don’t
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In honour of International Women in Engineering Day, here are five female engineers you should know, but probably don’t. Ada Lovelace Before laptops, apps, or even electricity, Ada Lovelace was already dreaming up the future. In the 1800s, she worked with inventor Charles Babbage on a machine called the Analytical…
Are GCSEs Really That Important for Apprenticeships?
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If you’re thinking about your future and considering an apprenticeship instead of (or alongside) further education, you might be wondering: Do GCSEs really matter? The short answer is yes, but maybe not in the way you think. What Are GCSEs For? GCSEs are your first big academic qualifications. They show…
Our Top 3 Places to Find Apprenticeship Opportunities
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Starting your apprenticeship search can feel a bit overwhelming, especially if you’re not sure where to look, what level to go for, or even what kinds of opportunities are out there. It’s totally normal to feel a bit lost at first. That’s why we’ve put together our top three places…
Chemical
Makes materials for everyday products like plastics and detergents
Coatings
The reason your coke can has a protective layer and its famous branding
Life Science
Creates medicines and technologies, saving lives and improving health
Nuclear
Uses atomic energy for power and diverse applications, like medicine
Hydrogen
Produces clean energy solutions that power transport, industry and heating without emissions
Medicines
Medicines manufacturing is responsible for a £16.4 billion contribution to the UK economy
Paper
Provides essential products, supports commerce, and promotes sustainability
Carbon Capture
Stops carbon dioxide entering the atmosphere, reducing climate change through tech
Hydrogen
Produces clean energy solutions that power transport, industry and heating without emissions
Medicines
Medicines manufacturing is responsible for a £16.4 billion contribution to the UK economy.
Carbon Capture
Stops carbon dioxide entering the atmosphere, reducing climate change through tech
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Mobile Chemist
SRG
Full Time
Hatfield
Salary:
£35,000 per annum
Mobile Chemist required, based in Hertfordshire. Minimum HNC in Chemistry, with industrial experience in process…
Closing date:
31st January 2025
Level 4 Control & Automation Field Technician Apprentice – Central Support Area
Reed Talent Solutions
Full Time
North West England
Salary:
£20,000 per annum
Who are United Utilities? United Utilities is accountable for water and wastewater services in the…
Closing date:
23rd February 2026
Service Technician
Appcast Enterprise
Full Time
Manchester
Salary:
TBC
WHO WE ARE: Johnson Controls is a global, diversified technology and multi-industrial leader, serving a…
Closing date:
24th September 2024
Graduate Electrical Building Services Engineer
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Full Time
Ireland
Salary:
TBC
Your new companyThis Belfast based award-winning consultancy provides services to the mechanical, electrical and public…
Closing date:
4th April 2025
Manufacturing Science and Technology Process Scientist Degree Apprentice- CSL Seqirus
CSL Seqirus
Apprenticeship
Merseyside
Salary:
£25,740 per annum
CSL Seqirus are looking to recruit an apprentice process scientist working the Manufacturing Science and…
Closing date:
3rd April 2025
Laboratory Scientist Degree Apprenticeship - UCB
UCB Celltech
Apprenticeship
Slough
Salary:
£19,300 per annum
Following full training, the apprentice would provide core support in separation science to purify and…
Closing date:
28th November 2024
Chemical / Chemistry / Lab / R&D Technician
Rise Technical Recruitment Limited
Full Time
Bridgwater
Salary:
£45,000 per annum
Chemical / Chemistry / Lab / R&D Technician £35,000 - £45,000 + Relocation Package (up…
Closing date:
10th January 2025
Paint Spraying Technician
Bennett & Game Recruitment
Full Time
Worthing
Salary:
TBC
Position: Paint Technician Location: Worthing Salary: Attractive salary+benefits Join a global leader in premium audio…
Closing date:
30th January 2026
Metal Finishing Operative
New Appointments Group
Full Time
Whitstable
Salary:
TBC
Metal Finishing Operative Location: Whitstable Full time, permanent position We're recruiting for a Metal Finishing…
Closing date:
14th January 2026
Aftersales Administrator
Owen Daniels
Full Time
Woking
Salary:
TBC
Our client is a market leader in supplying low carbon technology solutions. They are looking…
Closing date:
24th March 2026
TR19 Operative - Duct Extract Cleaning
Advanced Resource Managers Limited
Full Time
Petersfield
Salary:
£270,000 per annum
TR19 Duct Cleanier Petersfield Up to £27,000 Our client is currently looking to recruit a…
Closing date:
16th September 2025
Hygiene Operative
1st Choice Rec
Full Time
Bedford
Salary:
£26,666.64 per annum
Hygiene Operative Location: Bedford Salary: £28,606.20 per annum (£26,666.64 + £1,939.56 Shift Premium) Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time Hours: Rotating…
Closing date:
20th May 2025
CNC Setter Operator
Simpson Recruitment Services
Full Time
Plymouth
Salary:
£37,050 per annum
Position: CNC Setter/Programmer Location: PlymouthSalary: £14 - £19 per hour (Plus Overtime and Career Progression…
Closing date:
6th September 2024
Calibration Technician
TAIT FRANCIS LTD
Full Time
Coventry
Salary:
£35,000 per annum
Calibration Technician£30,000 - £35,000 + Training + Progression + Bonus + Benefits Coventry, West Midlands…
Closing date:
22nd May 2025
Sales Administrator Maternity Cover
Rise Technical Recruitment Limited
Full Time
Salisbury
Salary:
£30,000 per annum
Sales Administrator (1 Year Maternity Cover)Salisbury - On-Site£28,000 - £30,000 + Holiday + Pension 1…
Closing date:
28th February 2025
Shift Process Operator
Pioneer Selection Ltd
Full Time
Grays
Salary:
£35,757 per annum
Job Title: Shift Process Operator – Chemical PlantLocation: Grays, Essex (West Thurrock Site)Salary: £35,000 per…
Closing date:
6th November 2024
Why STEM is a great career choice for your daughter
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A government study in 2023 found that women make up just a third of the science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) workforce in the UK. This figure is still staggeringly low despite more girls starting STEM A Levels than ever. Gender stereotypes, fewer role models, and limited access to early career information from primary school age […]
Read moreLeveraging Social Media
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Starting your career can be both exhilarating and challenging. For recent graduates and those entering the job market, social media is a valuable tool for finding job opportunities and building a professional network. Beyond simply searching for job postings, social media offers ways to network, showcase your skills, and gain insights into your chosen industry. […]
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Chemical Sector
Whether it’s cosmetics, drugs, or even ingredients in food - there’s always something ground-breaking happening in the chemical sector.
Be at the cutting edge of innovation in manufacturing, product development, or even finding sustainable solutions to environmental issues.
What is it like to work in the Chemical Sector?
The chemical sector adds a whopping £18 billion to the UK economy every year. In fact, around 4,100 chemical businesses nationwide create materials for manufacturing goods. Put simply, the chemical sector is booming!
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Coatings Sector
This might be an area you didn’t know existed, but we promise you’ll know about it. Coatings are the finishes on LOADS of goods and materials that provide decoration or protection - from colourful furniture to non-stick pans!
The UK coatings industry directly contributes £4 billion a year to the UK economy, so it's big business and cutting-edge stuff!
What is it like to work in the Coatings Sector?
Given the scale of the industry, there are plenty of jobs around. The UK is also a huge exporter of coatings, so there’s international job opportunities too.
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Life Science Sector
If you don’t already know, life science studies living organisms and how they exist and interact in different kinds of settings.
Put simply, if you work in this area, you could help to improve global healthcare, the environment, or just general daily life. Pretty big stuff, right?!
What is it like to work in the Life Science Sector?
Life scientists are in huge demand across specialisms, from medicine and agriculture to environmental conservation. That means well-paid career opportunities are just waiting to be snapped up!
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Nuclear Sector
Nuclear is a very low-carbon technology. This means it is an important source of clean and safe energy in the fight against global warming.
This trailblazing science is positively changing the world and providing a much-needed power source for future generations - without generating nasty greenhouse gases in the process.
What is it like to work in the Nuclear Sector?
With a growing demand for more affordable power made at home in the UK, the nuclear sector is set to create many more highly paid, varied, and exciting jobs.
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Hydrogen Sector
The science industries are wide-ranging, but they share a common goal: creating positive change for the planet and shaping a better future.
By working at the cutting edge of innovation, you could help drive progress across our global community — from advancing renewable energy technologies to supporting cleaner transport and low-carbon solutions.
What is it like to work in the Hydrogen Sector?
With net-zero targets to meet, businesses need skilled workers to drive industrial decarbonisation and the shift to a low-carbon economy.
Discover a career in the
Medicine manufacturing Sector
Whether it’s cosmetics, drugs, or even ingredients in food - there’s always something ground-breaking happening in the chemical sector.
Be at the cutting edge of innovation in manufacturing, product development, or even finding sustainable solutions to environmental issues.
What is it like to work in the Medicine Manufacturing Sector?
The chemical sector adds a whopping £18 billion to the UK economy every year. In fact, around 4,100 chemical businesses nationwide create materials for manufacturing goods. Put simply, the chemical sector is booming!
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Paper Sector
You might not think much about paper beyond what’s on your desk, but trust us – it’s everywhere. From the box your online order arrives in, to the loo roll in your bathroom, paper is one of the unsung heroes of everyday life.
The UK’s paper-based industries generate £13 billion a year and employ over 115,000 people. It’s an innovative, eco-conscious sector that’s leading the way in recycling and sustainable packaging – so it’s big business with a green heart.
What is it like to work in the Paper Sector?
Working in the paper industry is about more than just paper—it’s about innovation, sustainability, and making an impact on the world.
Discover a career in the
Carbon Capture Sector
If you don’t already know, carbon capture focuses on stopping carbon dioxide from entering the atmosphere and finding smart ways to reduce climate change.
Put simply, if you work in this area, you could help protect the planet, create cleaner energy, and tackle global warming. Pretty big stuff, right?!
What is it like to work in the Carbon Capture Sector?
Experts are in huge demand across engineering, technology, and environmental science. That means exciting, well-paid career opportunities are just waiting to be snapped up!