Consruction Site Technician

Etex Group; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable construction seeks a Construction Site Technician to support system compliancy and provide technical assistance on-site across the South UK. Candidates should have a strong knowledge of drywall systems and site practices, with excellent organisational and communication skills. Join a team dedicated to sustainability and employee well-being.

Qualifications

• Organised and proactive with a determination to succeed.
• Good knowledge of drywall systems and site working practices.
• Experience in a practical site-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing technical support for Etex BP projects.
• Deliver practical training on Etex BP products.
• Investigate and report on product failure at sites.
• Train colleagues in project management processes.
• Conduct Toolbox talks on correct installation of Siniat materials.

Skills

Organisational skills

Knowledge of drywall systems

Site working practices

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Confidence in customer communication

Job description

At Etex, our purpose is to inspire new ways of living. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it’s our people that are our top priority.

We connect, collaborate, and champion the well‑being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever‑evolving industry.

At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our customers and our communities.

Construction Site Technician – South UK (Ideal location Sussex)

You will be responsible for promoting and supporting on‑site system compliancy for all Etex BP Framework Partner specifications. As part of your role, you will be required to travel to sites across the South, providing technical support and advice on the installation of Siniat products.

What you’ll do:

• Provide ongoing technical support for Etex BP projects advising and answering technical enquiries as necessary to support the project requirements.
• Provide practical training on Etex BP products and systems to Etex BP's customer base as required.
• Attend site to investigate and report on product failure and advise on remedial action where necessary.
• Provide internal practical training and advice to colleagues as and when required.
• Deliver Toolbox talks to sites as requested, showing correct installation of Siniat materials and highlighting main differences on the Siniat systems.
• Make recommendations and confirm in writing via site visit report.
• Assist with on‑going training of colleagues on our project management processes, and the use of CRM.

What you’ll bring:

• The ideal candidate for this role would be an organised, pro‑active, computer‑literate person with an inherent determination, and who is confident contacting a diverse customer base.
• The candidate should have a good knowledge of drywall systems and site working practices and ideally come from a practical site‑based background.
• Understanding of how building contracts work, and the different approaches required for each; Design & Build, Traditional, Procure 21, CLAW, partnering agreements, and envelope schemes.
• Experience of using main Microsoft Office applications.
• We are named the world’s #1 most trustworthy company in the construction sector by Newsweek and Statista in 2023!
• Our culture – we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.
• Our ‘Road to Sustainability 2030’ is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions.
• We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination.
• Flexibility: For us, hybrid and flexible working is all about trust, and we want you to be able to do your best work (depending on the role).