Materials Technician

Sizewell C Company; Leiston; In loco; GBP 30.000 - 46.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Sizewell C Company is recruiting a Materials Technician to join the Civil Works Alliance on the Sizewell C project. You will perform laboratory and site-based testing of earthworks materials, aggregates, and grout, ensuring compliance with project specs and UKAS accreditation.

You will report results accurately and uphold safety standards in a busy on-site environment. Based on site in Suffolk, you will work in a skilled materials engineering team, develop testing processes, and mentor

Competenze

• Experience working with construction materials in a laboratory/field setting.
• Familiarity with cost/time reporting and project documentation.
• Knowledge of risk assessments and method statements will be advantageous.
• Experience training or mentoring colleagues is desirable.

Mansioni

• Undertake laboratory and site-based testing of earthworks materials, aggregates and grout.
• Carry out inspections and testing to project specifications and report results accurately.
• Support UKAS accreditation requirements and uphold safety principles.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and data management.

Conoscenze

Communication

Organisational skills

Excel

Data reporting

Mentoring

Testing knowledge

UKAS lab experience

Safe working

Formazione

NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

Materials Technician Opportunity with the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), Supporting Sizewell C

As part of the CWA (Civil Works Alliance), you will support the building of Sizewell C. Sizewell C will be a 3.2-gigawatt power station generating low-carbon electricity for around 6 million homes and will play a key role in our energy future, supplying reliable, clean electricity for at least 60 years.This role will be within theEnabling and Earthwork Section.

What will you do?

Are you an experienced Materials Technician looking to take your career to the next level on a nationally significant construction project?

We're looking for a proactive and quality-focused Materials Technician to join the Earthworks & Enabling Works team supporting the delivery of the landmark Sizewell C development. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in a major infrastructure programme where your testing expertise will directly influence quality, safety, and project success. Based on site in Suffolk, you'll work within a highly skilled materials engineering team responsible for some of the most complex earthworks operations in the UK.

The Role:

As a Materials Technician, you'll undertake laboratory and site-based testing of construction materials including:

• Earthworks materials
• Aggregates
• Grout

You’ll be responsible for carrying out inspections and testing in accordance with project specifications, maintaining high laboratory standards, and ensuring accurate and timely reporting of results. You’ll also help uphold UKAS accreditation requirements, support safe working practices, and contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes.

What are we looking for?

• Previous experience working with construction materials in a UKAS-accredited laboratory environment.
• NVQ Level 2/3 (or equivalent practical experience).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to collect, manage and present data accurately.
• Knowledge of concrete, earthworks, aggregates, grout or asphalt testing.
• Experience training or mentoring colleagues.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Experience producing reports and working to deadlines.
• Knowledge of risk assessments and method statements.
• SMSTS or SSSTS qualification.

What we will offer you?

The CWA is a single delivery organisation made of up of the client (Sizewell C) and three parent companies - Balfour Beatty, Bouygues and Laing O'Rourke - which offer industry leading packages including market leading salaries, generous annual leave entitlements, pension scheme and other flexible benefits.

About Us

The CWA celebrates the creativity and innovation that comes from a diverse workforce, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds — especially those from under‑represented communities. Our project is built on five core values: Humility, Positivity, Respect, Solidarity, and Clarity. By joining us, you’ll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work, speak up, and share your ideas. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We are committed to protecting your privacy. If you decide to apply, please avoid including sensitive personal data in your CV.