Aggregates & Asphalt Technician

Breedon Group plc; Wickwar; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials company is seeking a Technician in Wickwar, Gloucestershire. The role involves compliance sampling and testing of aggregates and asphalt. Candidates must have a full driving license and good communication skills. Benefits include a business use van, 25 days annual leave, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Business use van

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Aviva Pension scheme

Holiday Purchase scheme

Sharesave scheme

Life Assurance

Training & development opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Access to benefits platform with discounts

Qualifications

• Previous laboratory experience in the testing of aggregates and asphalt is desirable but not essential.
• A full driving licence is essential for you to be considered for this role.

Responsibilities

• Carry out product compliance sampling and testing for aggregates and asphalt.
• Input and interpret test data and produce reports of non-conforming material.
• Ensure corrective action is taken where necessary.

Skills

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to liaise with stakeholders

Job description

Overview

Application Deadline: 19 October 2025

Department: Technical (Product Quality and Development)

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Wickwar, Gloucestershire

Description

We are currently seeking a Technician based at Wickwar Quarry, Gloucestershire. This role is being offered on a full time, permanent position, and will require travel to other sites within the region. A business use van will be provided to allow mobility.

Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for carrying out product compliance sampling and testing for the aggregates and asphalt we produce.
• You will input and interpret test data and produce reports of non-conforming material, ensuring corrective action is taken.
• Ability to liaise with multiple stakeholders, including customers and peers
• Strong attention to detail is essential.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Good communication skills are also important as you will be liaising with a variety of stakeholders, including customers - to assist in the resolution of any issues - and our Laboratory and Technical Supervisors.
• It is essential that you maintain an awareness of site practices and quality procedures and take action where these may adversely affect product quality.
• Adherence to Health & Safety practices of both the Company and your site.
• General housekeeping.
• Previous laboratory experience in the testing of aggregates and asphalt is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.
• A full driving licence is essential for you to be considered for this role as you will be required to drive a company van.

The Group places the highest importance on sustained standards of excellence in all aspects of Health, Safety and Environmental management and you will be expected to contribute to the Company’s zero harm culture.

Job Benefits

• Business use Van
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Aviva Pension scheme
• Holiday Purchase scheme
• Sharesave scheme
• Life Assurance
• Training & development opportunities
• Employee assistance programme
• Access to our employee benefits platform, giving you discounts on a wide variety of high street shops and brands