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Joe Arnold

Prestatyn,North Wales

Summary

A detail-oriented and adaptable professional with a strong background in laboratory techniques, technical support, and equipment maintenance. Experienced in quality control, data entry, stock management, and proficient across both Windows and MacOS platforms, including advanced use of MS Office, Excel, LIMS, and Google Sheets for efficient data management. Skilled in training, auditing, budgeting, procurement, and financial reporting, with a proven ability to lead teams, manage time effectively, and deliver excellent customer service.

Now seeking to transition into a new career path where I can apply my broad range of transferable skills—including analytical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and process optimisation—in a fresh context. My hands-on experience in fast-paced, accuracy-driven environments has equipped me with the flexibility and drive to contribute meaningfully beyond the laboratory setting.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Laboratory Supervisor

Bradley Environmental Consultants Ltd.
02.2023 - 06.2025
  • Overseeing the operations of the laboratory on a day-to-day basis
  • Maintenance of the quality system in line with UKAS requirements
  • Prioritise, delegate and distribute work to meet deadlines for a range of clients
  • Train new staff to gain qualification and authorisation to undertake bulk analysis and to develop existing staff in the accurate analysis in all types of samples and other related laboratory disciplines
  • Perform audits and appraisals of staff
  • Calibration of equipment
  • Liaison with National Lab Manager/technical teams across the business
  • Offer telephone consultancy and an after sales service to clients

Laboratory Analyst and Tech Support

Bradley Environmental Consultants Ltd.
09.2021 - 02.2023
  • Preparing samples and performing qualitative and quantitative analysis using analytical instruments, techniques and methods.
  • Operating equipment, instruments and associated software and routinely performing quality control on instrumentation to comply with established specifications.
  • Calibrating and maintaining instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
  • Assisted in ordering laboratory supplies and necessities to maintain appropriate level of inventory.
  • Maintaining documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Creating spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting on invoicing, stock levels, quality control checks etc.

Assistant manager/Valeter

JR Valet Centre
10.2011 - 08.2021
  • Inspected interior and exterior of vehicles for cleanliness and accurately identified imperfections outside vehicle standards.
  • Maintained car detailing equipment and supplies in optimal condition for daily demands.
  • Planned and coordinated work for team of detailers.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Managing time and work schedules effectively to ensure all work is completed on time and correctly.

Education

A-Levels -

Ysgol Emrys ap Iwan
Abergele
09.2009 - 05.2011

GCSEs -

Ysgol Emrys ap Iwan
Abergele
09.2007 - 05.2009

Skills

    Understanding of laboratory techniques

    Technical support and assistance

    Equipment maintenance

    Quality controls

    Data entry

    Stock management

    Windows/MacOS

    MS Office/Excel

    LIMS

    Google spreadsheets

    Training

    Auditing

  • Budgeting and procurement
  • Strong communication
  • Staff supervision
  • Time efficiency
  • Customer Service
  • Invoice processing
  • Financial reporting

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Laboratory Supervisor

Bradley Environmental Consultants Ltd.
02.2023 - 06.2025

Laboratory Analyst and Tech Support

Bradley Environmental Consultants Ltd.
09.2021 - 02.2023

Assistant manager/Valeter

JR Valet Centre
10.2011 - 08.2021

A-Levels -

Ysgol Emrys ap Iwan
09.2009 - 05.2011

GCSEs -

Ysgol Emrys ap Iwan
09.2007 - 05.2009
Joe Arnold