Field Technician

Igne Group Ltd; Wapley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Pension

Life insurance (3x salary)

Health cash plan

Annual leave buy & sell

Ongoing training & development

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Igne Group Ltd in Bristol is seeking a Field Technician to join the Construction Materials Testing Division. This hands-on role involves on-site sampling and testing of soils, aggregates, concrete and asphalt, with data entry onto tablets.

You must hold a clean UK driving licence, be comfortable working outdoors in all weather, and be able to lift samples up to 15 kg. The position offers overtime, training, and clear career progression within a growing sector.

Qualifications

• Clean UK driving licence is essential.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather.

Responsibilities

• On-site sampling and testing of soils, aggregates, concrete and asphalt.
• Complete test sheets and enter data onto tablets.
• Coordinate with senior staff on work schedules and testing procedures.
• Work within in-house quality assurance systems and maintain safety standards.
• Adhere to health and safety policies at all times.

Skills

Clean UK driving licence

Strong communication skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Manual handling

Job description

Igne is seeking a Field Technician to join the Construction Materials Testing Division in the Bristol. But if you re picturing a sterile lab and a white coat, this isn t that kind of role! Instead, you ll be working hands-on with ground and soil samples, using the latest technology to help our construction sector clients identify cost-effective solutions for their building projects.

This role will involve working out on site obtaining various soil and construction material samples and testing them in-situ. Consideration will be given to experienced field technicians. What we do need is for you to have a clean UK driving license and a desire to work outdoors in all weathers. This is a full-time job with excellent rates of pay and overtime (both in the week and over the weekend), and the opportunity to work in an exciting and growing sector along with excellent career opportunities.

If you want to join an innovative, fast paced and dedicated team who are making a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• On-site sampling and testing of various construction materials e.g., soils, aggregates, concrete and asphalt
• Completion of test sheets and data entry onto tablets
• Liaising with senior members of staff on work schedules and testing procedures
• Working within in-house quality assurance systems
• Maintain high levels of health and safety in line with company policies

Essential

• Clean UK driving licence
• You will need good communication skills - both written and verbal
• Manual handling and physical activity are daily requirements samples can weigh in excess of 15kg
• You must be confident to work in a team environment
• Self-motivated, proactive and able to organise your own workload

Desirable

• Previous experience in a UKAS accredited testing environment in a similar role
• Knowledge of testing standards and processes
• CSCS card

Salary & Benefits:

• £28,000 per annum
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• Company pension, life insurance (3x salary) & sick pay
• Health cash plan & medical cashback
• Annual leave buy & sell scheme
• Ongoing training & development
• Cycle to Work, Green Vehicle & Home/Tech schemes
• High street discounts & long service awards

We are part of Igne Group Limited, which is a synergetic amalgamation of six companies, renowned within our respective fields, with over 350 years of combined experience. A one-stop-shop for pre- and post-construction services. Igne s six service categories are: geo-environmental, unexploded ordnance risk mitigation, ground investigation, construction materials testing, specialist drilling and geothermal energy solutions.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant; we recruit talented individuals who care about making a positive difference. We want colleagues to bring their whole selves to work and be able to be themselves, so equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are core to our company culture and integral to the success of our business. We also want all colleagues to thrive, which is why we have trained and dedicated mental health first aiders across the organisation who are available for all employees to speak to for any support they need.

Igne is not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.