Product Development Technician

Heidelberg Materials UK; Chipping Sodbury; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction materials is seeking a Product Development Technician for concrete at their Chipping Sodbury laboratory. The role involves testing concrete mixes, assessing ingredients, and ensuring compliance with UKAS standards. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of high-performing concrete solutions while maintaining a safe work environment. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including flexible working options and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Bonus incentives

Pension schemes

Life assurance

27 days holiday

Flexible working options

Paid volunteering days

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in concrete testing and development.
• Familiarity with UKAS standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fresh and hardened concrete testing.
• Assess primary and secondary aggregates and admixtures.
• Maintain equipment and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Health & Safety

Quality Assurance

Microsoft Office

Tools

SAP

Contessa

Job description

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK.

We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development. We aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.

At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

Purpose of the role

We have an opportunity for a Product Development Technician for concrete to join our small team at our Chipping Sodbury laboratory. The main responsibilities include conducting fresh and hardened concrete testing to support the development of high-performing concrete mixes to UKAS standards. The technician will assist in the assessment of primary and secondary aggregates, admixtures, and novel concrete ingredients. The successful candidate will work in accordance with UKAS standards and support the Senior Technician.

Key Accountabilities

• Production and testing of bespoke concrete solutions
• Assessment of ingredients on concrete performance
• Maintain equipment and facilities in good working order
• Conduct sample visits
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment
• Manage stock levels of equipment, cements, aggregates, and admixtures to ensure efficient use of lab time
• Maintain all required Health & Safety and Quality records
• Demonstrate familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, SAP, and Contessa (training provided)

What’s On Offer

• Salary: £26,500 - £28,500 Dependent on experience
• Hours: 40 per week
• Schedule: 8am- 4:30pm with 30 minutes unpaid lunch
• Overtime: Paid overtime available

Additional Benefits

• Recognition as an employer of choice with various accreditations and memberships
• Competitive compensation package including bonus incentives, pension schemes, and life assurance
• Work-life balance with 27 days holiday, flexible and agile working options, and holiday purchase scheme
• Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity, parental leave, and other family support schemes
• Social value initiatives such as paid volunteering days and community engagement programs
• Wellbeing support including Employee Assistance Programme, mental health support, cycle to work scheme, and various discounts