Materials Testing Technician – Asphalt & Aggregates

Tarmac Trading Ltd; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials company in Wolverhampton is seeking a Technician to work in their National Laboratory. This role involves testing asphalt and aggregates, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and documenting procedures. The ideal candidate should have knowledge of health and safety regulations and a willingness to learn new testing methodologies. The position offers extensive career development opportunities and a range of benefits like a bonus scheme and enhanced holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Access to discounts on retailers

Employee Assistance helpline

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in the construction industry would be beneficial.
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant Standards like BS 594987, BS EN 12697, BS EN 13286.
• Strong attention to detail when executing testing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring procedures are fully documented and comply with company standards.
• Carrying out sampling and testing in line with contract requirements.
• Investigating and resolving customer complaints and quality issues.

Skills

Knowledge of on-site Health and Safety policies and procedures

Working knowledge of Asphalt, HBMs or Aggregates products

Willingness to learn new tests, technologies and applications

Job description

A leading construction materials company in Wolverhampton is seeking a Technician to work in their National Laboratory. This role involves testing asphalt and aggregates, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and documenting procedures. The ideal candidate should have knowledge of health and safety regulations and a willingness to learn new testing methodologies. The position offers extensive career development opportunities and a range of benefits like a bonus scheme and enhanced holiday entitlement.