Quality Control Technician - Concrete & Materials Testing

Heidelberg Materials UK; Leiston; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK is recruiting a Quality Control Technician (QCT) to support the Sizewell C project. You will perform lab and field testing across concrete, aggregates and asphalt, ensuring products meet strict quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Working with operations, contractors and technical specialists, you will maintain accurate records, analyse test data and contribute to continuous improvement in quality and safety across the site.

Qualifications

• Experience in quality control, materials testing or construction materials.
• Strong attention to detail and high quality standards.
• Ability to interpret procedures, specifications and technical information.
• Excellent record-keeping and reporting skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive approach to health, safety and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Quality Testing & Inspection: lab/field testing of concrete, aggregates, asphalt and related products.
• Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement: investigate quality issues and assist with investigations.
• Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance: follow safety standards and report near misses.
• Documentation & Reporting: maintain testing records and prepare technical reports.
• Stakeholder & Project Support: liaise with EDF contractors and site teams to support requirements.

Skills

Quality control experience

Attention to detail

Procedures interpretation

Record-keeping

Communication

Teamwork

Health & safety compliance

Education

Level 1 Award Training

CSCS Card and Triple Bar Nuclear New Build accreditation

NVQ qualification (desirable)

SSSTS qualification (desirable)

Front Loading Shovel Operator Card (desirable)

Traffic Marshal training (desirable)

Job description

Heidelberg Materials UK is recruiting a Quality Control Technician (QCT) to support the Sizewell C project. You will perform lab and field testing across concrete, aggregates and asphalt, ensuring products meet strict quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Working with operations, contractors and technical specialists, you will maintain accurate records, analyse test data and contribute to continuous improvement in quality and safety across the site.