Soil & Material Lab Technician

Sisco Jobs; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Dubai is seeking a skilled Soil & Material Lab Technician. The ideal candidate will perform laboratory and field testing of construction materials, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have a diploma in Civil Engineering, 2-5 years of experience in testing, and strong knowledge of international testing standards. This role requires attention to detail and good communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of experience in soil and material testing in a construction or geotechnical lab.
• Good knowledge of international testing standards (ASTM AASHTO BS).
• Ability to prepare and interpret lab test reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical and chemical testing of soil aggregates and asphalt.
• Collect field samples and perform on-site tests.
• Prepare test reports and documentation for quality control.

Skills

Soil and material testing

Laboratory equipment operation

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills in English

Education

Diploma or ITI in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Compression testing machines

Laboratory sieves

Ovens

Job description

Job Title: Soil & Material Lab Technician

Location: Dubai UAE

Salary: Depends Upon Experience

Experience: 4 to 5 Years

Job Summary

We are hiring a skilled Soil & Material Lab Technician to perform laboratory and field testing of soil aggregate concrete asphalt and other construction materials. The technician will be responsible for ensuring the quality and compliance of materials with industry standards and project specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct physical and chemical testing of soil aggregates concrete and asphalt in accordance with ASTM BS or AASHTO standards.
• Collect field samples and perform on-site tests such as density compaction and moisture content.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment including sieves, ovens, compression testing machines and other instruments.
• Prepare test reports and documentation for quality control and compliance records.
• Ensure calibration and routine maintenance of lab instruments.
• Follow safety and quality assurance protocols during testing procedures.
• Support geotechnical engineers in field investigations and site sampling activities.
• Maintain accurate logs of samples, test results and laboratory activities.

Skills & Qualifications Required

• Diploma or ITI in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or related field.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in soil and material testing preferably in a construction or geotechnical lab environment.
• Good knowledge of international testing standards (ASTM AASHTO BS).
• Ability to prepare and interpret lab test reports accurately.
• Familiarity with geotechnical and construction material testing procedures.
• Attention to detail, organizational skills and basic computer literacy.
• Communication skills in English; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.