Materials Deputy Technical Manager - London

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

ZipRecruiter has an exciting opportunity for a Materials Deputy Technical Manager within the Major Projects team. The role focuses on maintaining UKAS Accreditation, ensuring safety in materials testing, and driving continuous improvement in laboratory operations. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Materials Engineering, relevant experience, and strong leadership skills. Join us in delivering iconic infrastructure projects and fostering a culture of safety and innovation.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Company car

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension schemes

Enhanced family policies

Refer and Earn scheme

Discretionary salary reviews

Qualifications

• Degree qualified or relevant professional experience in Materials Engineering or Laboratory Management to ISO 17025.
• UKAS Trained in Auditing and Quality Systems Management.
• Experience managing large laboratory teams or multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm in materials testing.
• Maintain UKAS accreditation through quality system management.
• Support the Annual Quality review to influence laboratory services.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Education

Degree in Materials Engineering

NVQ Level 3 in Laboratory and Technical Activities

Tools

UKAS Quality Systems Management

Job description

Job Description

About the role

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Materials Deputy Technical Manager to join our Major Projects team.

Role purpose

To support the continued maintenance of the UKAS Accreditation of the Materials Department, including Major Projects and other business units, staff competence, document updates, assessment scheduling, and departmental commercial management.

This role primarily covers laboratories across the South and East of England.

What you'll be doing

The successful candidate will have the following key accountabilities:

• Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm through all aspects of materials testing activities, leading industry in safe methods of work and best practices.
• Support the delivery of the company’s sustainability initiatives, including identifying alternative materials and enabling trials.
• Maintain UKAS accreditation for laboratory testing through quality system management and team competency levels.
• Support the Annual Quality review to influence future laboratory services and promote continuous improvement.
• Schedule and organize interlaboratory competence testing and analyze results.
• Identify productivity improvements and efficiencies within laboratory facilities.
• Provide technical support for tenders, including scope definition and budget preparation.
• Maintain documentation for Materials Department Business Management Systems.
• Support Materials SLT in risk management, project assurance, and best practice identification.
• Analyze changes in specifications and standards related to accreditation scope.

Who we're looking for

The following qualities and experience are essential:

• Degree qualified or relevant professional experience in Materials Engineering or Laboratory Management to ISO 17025.
• UKAS Trained in Auditing and Quality Systems Management.
• NVQ Level 3 in Laboratory and Technical Activities or higher.
• Valid CSCS card.
• Proactive in managing underperformance and following processes.
• Experience managing large laboratory teams or multiple locations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication skills, and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent IT skills.
• Full driving licence.

Why work for us

Our people are our greatest asset. We focus on recruiting, training, and developing talent to deliver innovative infrastructure solutions. We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and ongoing professional development. Key benefits include:

• Attractive salary
• Company car
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Pension schemes
• Enhanced family policies
• Refer and Earn scheme
• Discretionary salary reviews

About us

Balfour Beatty’s Major Projects team delivers iconic infrastructure projects like HS2 and Hinkley Point C. We leverage the latest technology to drive productivity and create lasting community benefits. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and supporting our workforce, including initiatives with WISE, enei, and others. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including armed forces personnel and individuals with disabilities. For more information, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion.