Quality & Compliance Technician – Concrete & Asphalt

Jobtailor; St. Ives; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in the United Kingdom is seeking a detail-oriented tester to conduct sampling, field testing, and specimen preparation for concrete, asphalt, and aggregate products. You will ensure compliance with British and European standards and support quality investigations.

The role emphasizes health and safety, continuous improvement, and collaboration with operations and technical teams to optimize testing programmes and processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 4 (or equivalent Grade C) in GCSE Maths and English.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a wider team.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Commitment to health, safety, and quality excellence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct sampling, field testing, and specimen preparation of concrete, asphalt, and aggregate products.
• Carry out testing activities in accordance with relevant British and European standards and company procedures.
• Support investigations into product quality concerns and site-related issues.
• Work with operations and technical teams to identify and implement improvements.
• Assist with concrete, asphalt, and aggregate testing programmes.
• Undertake preliminary investigations at plants and customer sites.
• Review product consistency, water demand, site practices, and delivery processes.
• Raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and Near Hit reports where appropriate.
• Support the transportation and management of test specimens.
• Provide technical support to operational teams, commercial colleagues, and customers.
• Challenge unsafe behaviours and promote a strong safety and quality culture.
• Contribute to the effective and cost-efficient manufacture of products across the business.

Skills

Field Testing

Specimen Preparation

Product Quality Investigation

Testing Programme Assistance

Product Consistency Review

Education

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Tools

Field Testing

Specimen Preparation

Product Quality Investigation

Testing Programme Assistance

Product Consistency Review

Job description

Jobtailor in the United Kingdom is seeking a detail-oriented tester to conduct sampling, field testing, and specimen preparation for concrete, asphalt, and aggregate products. You will ensure compliance with British and European standards and support quality investigations.

The role emphasizes health and safety, continuous improvement, and collaboration with operations and technical teams to optimize testing programmes and processes.