Geotechnical Site Technician

Kiwa Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Generous Annual Leave

37.5 hours per week

Enhanced Family Leave

Salary Reviews

Company Bonus Scheme

Pension Contributions

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

24/7 GP Service

Cycle to Work Scheme

Eye Care Vouchers

Welcome Pack

Job summary

Kiwa CMT is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Site Technician for on-site work across Midlands projects and some lab duties at the Derby laboratory. You will conduct high-quality geotechnical testing and ensure equipment calibration and proper QC data recording in line with procedures.

Role requires knowledge of geotechnical testing methods, ability to train others, and flexible hours including potential overtime. A full UK driving licence and CSCS card are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in geotechnical testing.
• Knowledge of site and lab-based geotechnical test methods.
• Ability to support training and development of other technicians.
• Ability to calibrate test equipment.
• Motivated and focused with a positive outlook.
• Flexibility for overtime and weekend work.
• Ability to handle a varied workload.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Hold a full UK driving licence.
• Holds CSCS card.

Responsibilities

• Carry out geotechnical site and laboratory testing.
• Ensure equipment is in current calibration and pre-test checks are completed.
• Ensure test equipment is checked regularly and any failures or damage is reported.
• Maintain and use equipment with due care; perform weekly checks.
• Record test information, results and QC data per procedures.
• Maintain good site working practices at all times.

Skills

Geotechnical testing

Site & lab-based test methods

Training & mentoring

Test equipment calibration

Attention to detail

Overtime flexibility

Team collaboration

Clear communication

Independent working

Full UK driving license

CSCS card

Job description

Job Summary

Kiwa CMT is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Site Technician to join our team. This role primarily involves on-site work at various construction projects, with some duties based in our Derby laboratory. You will be responsible for conducting high-quality testing services mainly around the Midlands, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

About the role

• Carry out geotechnical site and laboratory testing
• Ensure equipment is in current calibration and pre-test checks are completed
• Ensure that test equipment is checked regularly and functioning correctly, and that any failures, defects or damage is reported via current systems
• Use and maintain equipment with all due care and ensure that weekly checks are carried out
• Ensure that all necessary test information, results and QC data are recorded in the manner required by current procedures
• Maintain good site working practice at all times

Do you have what it takes?

• Experience in Geotechnical testing
• Knowledge and experience of site and lab-based geotechnical test methods
• The ability to support training and development of other technicians
• Ability to calibrate test equipmentMotivated and focussed, with a positive outlook/approach
• Be flexible – some possible overtime and weekend work applies to the role
• Be able to work with a varied workload
• Communication is key for this role; you will be able to make an impact and work well within a team
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Hold a full UK driving licence
• Holds CSCS card

What can you expect from us in return?

• Competitive Salary
• Generous Annual Leave – Starting at 25 days plus Bank Holidays, with the option to buy additional leave and increased entitlement with length of service
• 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday, mainly site based role, with some work in the Derby laboratory
• Enhanced Family Leave – Enhanced maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave with 6 months full pay, plus 2 weeks full pay for paternity leave
• Salary Reviews
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Pension Contributions
• Life Assurance – 4x your annual salary
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – Confidential support, advice, and counselling available 24/7, 365 days a year
• 24/7 GP Service – Access to medical advice anytime
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers – Supporting your health and well-being
• Welcome Pack – Filled with company-branded goodies to kickstart your journey with us

At Kiwa, we deliver results driven by our core values: Ambitious, Reliable, and Engaged the principles that guide how we work with colleagues, customers, and everyone we encounter. We are committed to fostering personal development, encouraging you to be ambitious, explore new ideas, and contribute to making the world a safer, more sustainable place. Here, you’ll thrive in a dynamic environment with ample opportunities for growth and self-development.

As an equal opportunity employer, Kiwa celebrates diversity and is dedicated to building an inclusive, supportive workplace. We embrace flexibility in hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds globally, ensuring a work environment free from prejudice, discrimination, and intimidation. Inclusivity and equality are core to who we are, and we uphold these values without exception.