Materials Testing Apprentice — Concrete & Lab Skills

Tiro; Watford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £22k

25 days leave

Working hours 8:30-17:00

Health plan

Pension match up to 5%

Life cover 4x salary

Retail discounts

Onsite parking

Cycle to work

BRE Academy

Job summary

BRE Group in Watford offers a Materials Testing Apprentice role within its Built Environment team. You will assist in preparing, mixing and testing concrete and other construction materials, gaining hands-on experience and practical skills to produce reliable results.

Training combines live sessions, online learning and hands-on practice. You'll work under supervision with experienced technicians and engineers, progressing toward higher qualifications and potential RSciTech recognition.

Qualifications

• Be 16 or over
• Not be in full-time education
• Have lived in the UK for at least 3 years
• Have the right to work in the UK
• Applicants should not already hold a Level 3, degree or higher qualification in a closely related subject, or have significant experience in the same field.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, mix and test concrete and other materials under supervision.
• Record test results accurately and maintain documentation.
• Follow testing standards and safety procedures in the lab.
• Work with experienced technicians and engineers during your apprenticeship.

Skills

Prepare, mix & cure concrete specimens

Physical testing of materials

Lab equipment safety

Record results & documentation

Equipment checks & maintenance basic

Health & safety compliance (PPE)

Collaborate with technicians/engineers

Job description

BRE Group in Watford offers a Materials Testing Apprentice role within its Built Environment team. You will assist in preparing, mixing and testing concrete and other construction materials, gaining hands-on experience and practical skills to produce reliable results.

Training combines live sessions, online learning and hands-on practice. You'll work under supervision with experienced technicians and engineers, progressing toward higher qualifications and potential RSciTech recognition.