Outdoor Trainee Field Technician: Hands-On Testing

IGNE; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £28,000 per annum

Overtime after 40 hours and weekends

33 days’ holiday

Continual training and development

Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

Medical cashback plan

Death in service scheme

Real Living Wage Employer

Job summary

Igne is seeking Trainee Field Technicians for its Construction Materials Testing Division in Daventry. The role involves on-site sampling and testing of soils and construction materials, supported by experienced staff, with focus on safety and hands-on skill development.

The position requires a clean UK driving licence, strong communication, and the ability to handle physical tasks. Training and career progression are provided in a fast-paced field environment.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English or equivalent.
• Clean UK driving licence.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to carry out manual handling and physical tasks.
• CSCS card desirable.
• Knowledge of testing standards and processes desirable.

Responsibilities

• On-site sampling and testing of construction materials (soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt).
• Complete test sheets and data entry onto tablets.
• Liaise with senior staff on work schedules and testing procedures.
• Work within in-house quality assurance systems.
• Maintain health and safety in line with company policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Manual handling

Self-motivated

Organisational skills

UK driving licence

UKAS testing experience

CSCS card (desirable)

Testing standards knowledge

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Tools

Tablet data entry

Job description

Igne is seeking Trainee Field Technicians for its Construction Materials Testing Division in Daventry. The role involves on-site sampling and testing of soils and construction materials, supported by experienced staff, with focus on safety and hands-on skill development.

The position requires a clean UK driving licence, strong communication, and the ability to handle physical tasks. Training and career progression are provided in a fast-paced field environment.