Alfred H Knight

Internal Audit Technician role focused on auditing laboratory processes, identifying risks and non-conformities, evaluating operational controls, and supporting improvements across analytical laboratory operations.WHAT IS ON OFFERAlfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for an Internal Audit Technician to join our team here in Liverpool, UK.The Internal Audit Technician provides independent, objective assurance and consulting services to support the assessment and improvement processes across the company’s analytical laboratories. This role supports internal auditors in advising the organisation on how to accomplish its objectives by taking a disciplined approach to evaluating the effectiveness of various operational areas, including sample preparation, analytical testing, data reporting, and client services.The role is based at headquarters and involves auditing technical and operational processes related to the laboratory’s scope of testing (e.g., ICP-OES, ICP-MS, XRF, Fire Assay, LECO). The Internal Audit Technician works collaboratively with operational teams while maintaining independence and objectivity, supporting the promotion of an ethical and risk-aware culture. ABOUT USAlfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people.  DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following: REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE Essential Strong analytical skills to assess processes and data, with the ability to identify risks, errors, or non-conformances. A questioning mind and alertness to potential misstatement of information due to error or fraud are essential.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear and concise reports and present findings to stakeholders.Experience using Microsoft Office and Google suite of applications.Strong planning and time management skills, with the ability to manage a personal workload and prioritise tasks effectively.Ability to work collaboratively and flexibly as part of a team, and to interact professionally with personnel at all levels. Work ExperienceExperience working in an ISO/IEC 17025-accredited analytical laboratory is desired.Experience in a quality, technical, or operational role is desired. Required QualificationsA good general education (minimum 4 GCSE’s Grades A-C or 9-5 including Maths, Science and English).A basic understanding of Chemistry. Travel Overseas travel, generally no more than two weeks per trip, will be required. BENEFITSWe are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match including pension, life assurance and an employee assistance programme.If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.Alfred H Knight is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Posted 21 days ago

Group Quality Apprentice supporting quality control, laboratory standards, method validation, ISO compliance and continuous improvement across Alfred H Knight’s global metals and minerals laboratories.WHAT IS ON OFFERAlfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for a Group Quality Apprentice to join our team in Liverpool, UK. You will support the continuous improvement and delivery of the AHK Quality approach in Group Laboratory operations focussed on metals and minerals analysis. You will assist with the control and administration of internal Quality Control materials in use across the group laboratory network. Including stock maintenance, supply, appropriate use, and the production of replacement stocks for continued compliance. You will also support the group quality function in assisting with the continued validation and verification of in-use and new methods by company procedures/policies. You will also support the quality function by providing administrative support. ABOUT USAlfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people. DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following: REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE Required CompetenciesAwareness of the importance of QMS and relevant ISO guidelines.Awareness of accreditation maintenance and the positive business impact this brings.Ability to demonstrate literacy and be numerate.Experience using Microsoft Office and Google suite of applications.Good level of computer literacy.High attention to detail with the desire to complete work to a high standard.Confident and articulate communicator.Ability to prioritise workload.Ambitious with a positive mindset. Required QualificationsLean Six Sigma Green Belt or Level 4 Improvement Practitioner training (or similar knowledge and experience).A good general education (minimum 4 GCSE’s Grades A-C or 9-5 including Maths, Science and English).A basic understanding of Chemistry. TravelOverseas travel, generally no more than two weeks per trip, will be required. BENEFITSWe are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match including pension, life assurance and an employee assistance programme.If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.Alfred H Knight is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Posted 21 days ago

A hands-on 2-year Agriculture Graduate programme combining technical training, project delivery, client engagement and international field operations within agricultural supply chains, compliance and risk management.WHAT IS ON OFFERAlfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for an Agriculture Graduate to join our team based at our UK Head Office in Prescot, Liverpool.This isn’t just a standard graduate scheme—it’s a hands-on, 2-year development programme designed to give you a complete, ground-up understanding of our global Agriculture division. You’ll play a pivotal role in linking global supply chains through trusted compliance and risk management—helping meet the world’s demand for food safety, efficient production, sustainability, and traceability.It’s a dynamic, highly varied position combining technical learning, project delivery, and direct client engagement across Precision Agriculture markets and multinational commodity organisations. Best of all, you’ll gain direct exposure to international field operations with exciting opportunities for overseas travel, experiencing our global operations first-hand.Our Agriculture division is rapidly expanding, meaning you won’t just be joining a team—you’ll have the freedom to carve out your own unique career path with real long-term progression. Whether you’re coming from a purely academic background or bring hands-on experience from a farming background, if you’re driven, curious, and eager to learn, this is the ultimate platform to launch a successful international career. ABOUT USAlfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people. DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following:REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCEEssentialAn understanding of agronomy, and global agricultural trade is desirableAn ambition to build a long-term, successful career within the agricultural industry.A growth mindset with a proactive, cooperative attitude toward personal development and learning.Ability to take initiative, lead projects, and prioritize a dynamic, diverse workload.Strong written and verbal communication skills in English to engage effectively with internal and external global stakeholders.Organised, dependable, and motivated by seeing tasks through to completion while maintaining attention to detail.Flexibility to handle change and undertake regular travel (including global overseas visits to field operations).Required CompetenciesCollaborative team player confident in forming strong working relationships across diverse cultures.Highly adaptable with strong multitasking and problem-solving abilities.Self-motivated and research-minded.Required Work ExperiencePrevious internship or initial professional work experience in the agricultural industry is desirable, but not essential.Required QualificationsDegree (or equivalent qualification) in Agricultural Science, Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Business Management, or a related discipline (minimum 2:1 grade or above).Start Date: 7th September 2026 BENEFITSWe are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match including pension, life assurance and an employee assistance programme.If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.Alfred H Knight is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Posted 21 days ago