Senior Technician

Heidelberg Materials AG; Frome; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials firm in Frome is seeking a Senior Technician to lead a Quality Control team at the Whatley Laboratory. This role involves supervising technicians, ensuring rigorous testing standards, and collaborating with management to enhance product quality. Candidates should have proven leadership skills and experience in a technical setting. This position offers flexible working options and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

27 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible & agile working options

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Paid volunteering day annually

Wellbeing support: EAP, Mental Health First Aiders, Gym discounts, Private Medical cover

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in a technical or laboratory setting.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A commitment to quality, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Experience in field testing and specimen preparation (Concrete, Asphalt, Quarry).

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise up to 10 Quality Control Technicians.
• Ensure rigorous testing standards in line with British Standards and UKAS procedures.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Whatley Laboratory.
• Collaborate with Area and Regional Technical Managers to maintain excellence.
• Support continuous improvement in product quality and customer satisfaction.

Job description

Overview

Senior Technician – Quality Control Leadership Opportunity

Location: Whatley Laboratory
Division: Technical UK – Heidelberg Materials
Projects: Hinkley Point C, Sizewell, HS2

Are you ready to lead a high-performing team in one of the UK’s most critical infrastructure environments?

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise up to 10 Quality Control Technicians
• Ensure rigorous testing standards in line with British Standards and UKAS procedures
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Whatley Laboratory
• Collaborate with Area and Regional Technical Managers to maintain excellence
• Support continuous improvement in product quality and customer satisfaction

What You’ll Bring

• Proven leadership in a technical or laboratory setting
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A commitment to quality, safety, and operational efficiency
• Experience in field testing and specimen preparation (Concrete, Asphalt, Quarry)

Why Join Us?

• Armed Forces Covenant (Silver), Disability Confident, STEM Ambassador Network
• Inclusive communities: LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more
• 27 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible & agile working options
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Paid volunteering day annually
• Wellbeing support: EAP, Mental Health First Aiders, Gym discounts, Private Medical cover

Be part of a team that builds the future.

Apply now and lead with purpose at Heidelberg Materials.