Laboratory Technician

We at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges - resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change.

About the Unit

Yara Analytical Services has nearly 40 years of experience, and currently perform over two million separate analyses every year on samples (including soil, plant tissue, water, fruit and fertilisers) received from the UK and over 50 countries worldwide,

Soil analysis provides fundamental knowledge on the chemical, physical and biological status of a soil. This information is used to manage the soil and to develop an effective Nutrient Management Plan that optimises crop production.

We are seeking to recruit a Laboratory Technician at our Pocklington site.

Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Laboratory Operations Manager, the main purpose of the role will be to effectively and safely:

perform sample nutrient extraction procedures
prepare soil nutrient extraction solutions
carry out analysis of samples
use a variety of analytical methods.

There is also a great opportunity to be involved in the project development of new processes.

Profile

We are looking for a highly motivated Laboratory Technician who can demonstrate initiative and attention to detail within a quality controlled environment in addition to:

5 GCSE level ideally including English, Maths and a science
Relevant experience in a related industry/laboratory
Good numeracy and writing skills
Good communication skills

Additional Information

Yara offer an attractive rewards package including:

Vitality Private Health
10% employer Pension Contributions
Annual bonus scheme
Life Assurance
Wide range of personal development opportunities
Inclusion & Wellbeing Activities (including football, badminton, walks, golf, quizzes...)

Contact details

Contacts for queries are: paul.mccartan@yara.com (HR Manager) or chris.lindley@yara.com (Laboratory Operations Manager)

Apply no later than

Tuesday 21st April 2026.

We may start interviews earlier than the closing date for suitable applicants, so as not to delay the process.

Knowledge grows through differences
Yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing, but also the smart thing to do. To deliver on this, Yara has firmly anchored Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) in our business strategy and has more than 400 employees worldwide involved in D&I ambassadors networks.

As part of our recruitment process, where permitted by local law, we may conduct reference and background checks. These checks will only be performed when deemed necessary for the nature of the job. Candidates will be informed by HR before any background checks are initiated.