Senior Technician

Heidelberg Materials Limited; Lower Whatley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials company in Lower Whatley is seeking a Senior Technician to oversee the Quality Control team. This hands-on leadership role involves managing operations in the laboratory, ensuring rigorous testing standards, and supporting continuous improvements in product quality. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and experience in field testing.

Benefits

Competitive bonus scheme

Generous pension & life assurance

27 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible & agile working options

Paid volunteering day annually

Wellbeing support: EAP, Mental Health First Aiders

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in a technical or laboratory setting.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Experience in field testing and specimen preparation.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Field testing

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a Senior Technician to take charge of our Quality Control team, overseeing sampling and testing of Concrete, Asphalt, and Quarry products. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining technical expertise with team management across major national projects.

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

Requirements

• 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)

Benefits

• Competitive bonus scheme
• Generous pension & life assurance
• 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