Field Technician - Multi-Disciplinary Testing (Ireland)

Socotec Uk & Ireland; Craigavon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland is seeking a versatile Field Technician to join our Infrastructure team. Based at Moyrusk near Belfast, the role covers construction materials testing, geotechnical investigations, foundations, structures and pavement assessment, with travel across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

You will support site, office and laboratory activities, ensure testing is performed safely and to SOCOTEC standards, maintain equipment, record data and produce reports.

Qualifications

• Experience of construction / site activities
• A relevant technical qualification (e.g. NVQ, HNC/HND in a construction/engineering-related discipline) or equivalent practical experience
• Experience across multiple technician disciplines (materials, foundations, structures or integrity testing) is preferred but not essential
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with clients, engineers and site teams
• A full UK driving licence, travel to various sites will be required
• A willingness to travel to different sites across Ireland as needed
• A strong awareness of health & safety practices, ideally holding a valid CSCS card
• Good IT literacy, with the ability to accurately record data and produce reports
• A flexible, adaptable approach and the ability to work well as part of a team
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g. CSCS, NEBOSH, or specialist testing qualifications) would be an advantage

Responsibilities

• Conducting a variety of testing activities across multiple disciplines, including: materials, geotechnical, foundations, structures and integrity testing
• Involvement in geotechnical and civil drilling activities
• Carrying out site inspections and assessments in line with project and client requirements
• Collecting, preparing and processing samples for laboratory and on-site analysis
• Operating and maintaining a range of testing equipment relevant to different specialisms
• Accurately recording test data and producing clear, timely reports
• Adhering to all health & safety procedures and site-specific requirements at all times
• Liaising professionally with clients, engineers and site teams to understand project needs
• Supporting multiple projects and teams flexibly, adapting quickly to changing priorities
• Ensuring all work is carried out to the highest standards of quality and compliance

Skills

Construction/site experience

Strong communication

IT literacy

Team player

Problem solving

Willingness to travel

Flexible/adaptable

CSCS awareness (advantage)

Education

NVQ/HNC/HND or equivalent

Tools

Testing equipment

Job description

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland is seeking a versatile Field Technician to join our Infrastructure team. Based at Moyrusk near Belfast, the role covers construction materials testing, geotechnical investigations, foundations, structures and pavement assessment, with travel across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

You will support site, office and laboratory activities, ensure testing is performed safely and to SOCOTEC standards, maintain equipment, record data and produce reports.