Materials Testing Technician — Lab & Field

Breedon Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van for business use

Company pension scheme

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Share saver scheme

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Employee discounts

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Breedon Group is seeking a detail-oriented Technician at Cloud Hill Quarry, Derby, to perform high-quality testing of aggregates, concrete, asphalt and soils. The role blends laboratory and site-based testing to ensure materials meet specifications and standards.

You will support QA/QC processes, maintain records and assist with customer site visits, with a safety-first approach and opportunities for career growth within Breedon Group.

Qualifications

• Experience in testing, laboratory or construction materials environments.
• Experience with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Understanding of quality control processes.
• Technical reporting capability.
• Well organised and quality-focused.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Effective communicator.
• Ability to work in a team and unsupervised.
• Structured problem-solving approaches.
• Able to prioritise competing demands.
• Desire for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform factory production control activities and uphold FPC test rates.
• Record and report test data accurately.
• Identify trends and quality concerns.
• Support operational and sales teams with technical expertise.
• Complete projects and testing activities on time.
• Investigate issues and contribute to resolution.
• Maintain accurate technical records.
• Assist with customer site visits and complaint investigations.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Complete inspections and safety observations.
• Escalate hazards, incidents and non-compliance.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality management systems

Quality control processes

Technical reporting

Detail oriented

Effective communication

Team work

Problem solving

Prioritisation

Continuous improvement

Organised

Education

Level 4 Certificate in Material Technology

Concrete, asphalt or aggregates technology qualification

Job description

Breedon Group is seeking a detail-oriented Technician at Cloud Hill Quarry, Derby, to perform high-quality testing of aggregates, concrete, asphalt and soils. The role blends laboratory and site-based testing to ensure materials meet specifications and standards.

You will support QA/QC processes, maintain records and assist with customer site visits, with a safety-first approach and opportunities for career growth within Breedon Group.