Materials Technician

Celnor Group; Derby; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction materials testing industry is seeking a Materials Technician for a full-time role based in Derby. This hands-on position offers the opportunity to work directly on construction sites, conducting critical testing and quality assurance tasks. Candidates with some experience in site testing or construction are encouraged to apply, as the company provides comprehensive training and excellent career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Company van

Paid overtime

Signing-on bonus

All training paid

Career progression opportunities

Referral reward

Qualifications

• Experience in construction site work or materials testing.
• Confidence with digital tools and Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to hold a CSCS card.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site sampling and testing of materials.
• Perform laboratory testing on soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt.
• Record and upload test results accurately.

Skills

Construction site work

Materials testing

Digital tools

Communication

Education

CSCS card

Full UK driving licence

Job description

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Description

MSS – Mattest Site Services, a UKAS-accredited laboratory, is a recognised name in construction materials testing, supporting major projects across the UK. As part of the Celnor Group, we deliver technical accuracy, fast turnarounds, and on-site expertise to clients in transport, highways, and structural development.

Department: Field Team

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Derby

Description

MSS – Mattest Site Services, a UKAS-accredited laboratory, is a recognised name in construction materials testing, supporting major projects across the UK. As part of the Celnor Group, we deliver technical accuracy, fast turnarounds, and on-site expertise to clients in transport, highways, and structural development.

We are now hiring a Site Technician to join our growing team in Spondon, Derby. This is a hands-on, field-based role working across live construction and road surfacing sites — ideal for candidates with some experience in site testing, construction, or materials environments, looking to further develop in a high-demand industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Attending construction and surfacing sites to conduct on-site sampling and testing of materials
• Performing laboratory testing on soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt
• Accurately recording and uploading test results using company systems (tablet provided)
• Liaising with site teams and colleagues to maintain quality, accuracy, and compliance
• Working shift patterns (day/night shifts and some weekends), with paid overtime
• Travelling across the Midlands in a company van (following initial onboarding)
• Adhering to all safety standards, including passing a Safety Critical Medical (paid for by us)
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Have experience in construction site work, materials testing, or a related technical environment
• Communicate clearly and work well independently
• Are confident using digital tools and Microsoft Office
• Hold a full UK driving licence
• Possess a CSCS card (or are willing to obtain one)
• Are flexible with working hours and willing to travel
• UKAS/MCIT/Soils and Aggregates experience is desirable but not essential — full technical support will be provided.
  
  

Benefits

• Salary of £27,000 – £30,000, depending on experience
• 40 hours per week with overtime rates for evenings/weekends
• Company van, phone, and tablet (following training period)
• Signing-on bonus payable upon successful completion of probation
• All required training and Safety Critical Medical paid for by MSS
• Excellent career progression and cross-training opportunities across Celnor Group
• We offer a referral reward of up to £500 after probation if you refer a successful hire.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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