Materials Technician – Lab & Field Testing

Breedon Group; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

33 days annual leave

Share Saver Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discounts

Career progression

Job summary

Breedon Group plc in Inverness is seeking a detail-oriented Materials Technician to perform laboratory and field testing of aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and soils. You will support quality assurance and compliance, working in both lab and site environments to ensure materials meet specifications.

Training will be provided for construction materials testing standards. Your role requires a practical, hands-on approach, adherence to health and safety, and the ability to record data accurately.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths, Science, and English are required.
• Attention to detail with accurate data recording.
• Willing to work on-site and outdoors.
• Full UK driving licence preferred for site travel.
• Able to follow procedures and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory and field testing on materials including soils, aggregates, concrete and asphalt.
• Record, analyse, and report test results accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain calibration, safety, and operation of testing equipment.
• Assist in audits and inspections by accrediting bodies.
• Support QA by identifying non-conforming materials and reporting findings.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Lab testing

Site testing

Data recording

Procedural follow-through

Safety awareness

Driving licence

Education

GCSEs in Maths, Science & English

HNC/HND or NVQ Level 3 in Construction Materials Testing

Tools

Calibration equipment

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Breedon Group plc in Inverness is seeking a detail-oriented Materials Technician to perform laboratory and field testing of aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and soils. You will support quality assurance and compliance, working in both lab and site environments to ensure materials meet specifications.

Training will be provided for construction materials testing standards. Your role requires a practical, hands-on approach, adherence to health and safety, and the ability to record data accurately.