Materials Site Technician Apprentice (Level 3) - Construction Testing Solutions (CTS)

Tiro; Ashford; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated individuals for a hands-on apprenticeship in Construction Materials Testing. This role offers the chance to work outdoors at diverse construction sites, conducting tests on materials such as concrete and soil. With full training provided, you’ll develop essential skills and knowledge while earning a competitive salary. Ideal candidates will possess a keen analytical mindset, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to health and safety. If you’re ready to embark on a fulfilling career path in a dynamic field, this apprenticeship is your gateway to success.

Benefits

Access to company vehicle

Paid overtime

25 days annual leave

Regular training & CPD opportunities

Tablet and phone provided

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic candidates with a passion for materials testing are preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Conducting tests on construction materials like concrete and asphalt.
• Traveling to various sites and managing equipment and records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Health & safety awareness

Education

Level 3 Laboratory Technician apprenticeship

Tools

Digital tools for data logging

Job description

Description

Location: Unit 1, Court, 1 Challenge Rd, Feltham, Ashford TW15 1AX - travel to multiple sites required

Working for CTS

CTS provides a comprehensive range of onsite and laboratory materials testing services, supporting all sectors of the construction market including residential, commercial, rail, road, airports, tunnelling, mining, and utilities as well as brownfield regeneration.

Are you looking for a hands-on, outdoor role that offers full training, career growth, and variety? Do you want to break free from office life and work across diverse construction sites? If so, this is the perfect opportunity to kickstart a long-term career in Construction Materials Testing!

The Package

• Starting salary: £25,282 per annum (depending on age)
• Working hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday
• Paid overtime rates
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Access to company vehicle, fuel card, equipment, tablet and phone
• Regular training & CPD opportunities
  
  

What will I be doing as an apprentice?

As a Materials Site Technician, you’ll be working outdoors, traveling to different sites to test and sample construction materials like concrete, asphalt, and soil. You’ll ensure materials meet the highest industry standards while managing equipment and maintaining accurate records.

• On-Site Testing & Sampling – Conducting Concrete, Asphalt & Soil testing following industry standards.
• Fieldwork Across the Southwest – Working on a variety of sites, no two days are the same!
• Managing Equipment & Records – Using digital tools to log and analyse data.
• Independent Site Work – Taking responsibility for daily work planning and test execution.
  
  

What could the future look like?

After Completing Your Level 3 Apprenticeship There Are Many Pathways Available To You At CTS And Beyond. Here Are Some Examples Of How Your Career May Progress

• Level 4/5 Technician Scientist apprenticeship
• Senior technician
• Materials Engineer
• Laboratory Manager
• Project lead (Salary bonuses)
  
  

Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

It’s about enthusiasm, not school results. In our experience the most successful apprentices are those who are driven to find out more about the sector, can be up front about what they do and don’t already know, are considerate, self-reflective, and impatient to learn the job role!

Experience

Whilst previous experience is great, we’re also looking for someone with the right attitude and aptitude to fit right in at CTS.

About You

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion to start a long term career in laboratory and materials testing. The ideal candidate will have:

• A passion for learning with an inquisitive nature and an analytical mindset
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy is crucial in this role, to ensure you ascertain high-quality data and results.
• A responsible and professional approach to working, with an understanding of the importance of health & safety and procedures.
• You’ll have the ability to multi-task and manage multiple demands and deadlines effectively and be confident working under pressure in a fast paced environment!
• A flexible and adaptable approach, as you’ll be travelling around the UK to visit sites, sometimes on short notice!
• You’ll be comfortable working both as part of a team and on your own initiative
• Fantastic communication skills with clients and team members of all levels.
  
  

Please note, due to the nature of the role, candidates must be aged 18+, hold a full clean driving license and be reliably able to commute to site within 45 minutes.

So how does the apprenticeship work?

At Tiro we’re obsessed with changing lives through science and technology apprenticeships so we can’t wait to have you on board.

Over 21 months, you’ll devote a minimum of 6 hours of your working week on ‘off the job’ training. This can include theory training (for example, virtual lessons & online learning), alongside practical training (for example shadowing, mentoring, & time spent writing assignments. Together this will count towards a Level 3 Laboratory Technician apprenticeship. You’ll be trained by an expert tutor from Tiro as well as an experienced mentor at CTS who together, will make sure you develop the knowledge, skills, and work habits you’ll need to succeed in your career.

Being an apprentice is hands-on, so you’ll get the chance to learn things you might otherwise not have experienced in a university or college environment.

The best part? You’ll be earning a salary while you gain your qualifications, meaning no huge student loans to pay back at the end of the programme!

Eligibility

While we never want to hinder your job application process with obstacles, there are some minimum requirements you’ll need to meet in order to do an apprenticeship, these are rules set by the UK Government.

As a training provider, we are committed to ensuring that our apprenticeship programs deliver significant new knowledge and skills. To be eligible, applicants must demonstrate that the program will provide learning and experiences beyond their current qualifications and professional expertise.

You’ll need to be over 18, not in full time education, have lived in the UK for 3 years and have the right to work in the UK.

If you don’t quite meet these minimum requirements yet, let us know you’re interested here and we’ll get in touch to discuss this further with you.