Site Services Technician

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medicash plan

Subsidised Gym Membership

22 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

Travail Employment Group Ltd is assisting a Northampton-based employer in recruiting a Construction Materials Technician. The role involves on-site sampling and testing of construction materials to defined standards, with liaison to clients and site personnel.

You will record and present test data, support test methods, and help maintain quality across daily operations. The ideal candidate has Geotechnical or ground materials testing experience, GCSEs in Maths/English/Science, and a full UK

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade C/4-9 in Maths, English and at least one science subject.
• Experience in Geotechnical or ground materials testing.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong customer-facing communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to work within a quality system and with IT tools (Excel/Word).

Responsibilities

• Carry out on-site sampling and in-situ testing of construction materials.
• Liaise professionally with clients and site personnel.
• Prepare, record and present test data accurately.
• Support colleagues with test methods and procedures.
• Cross-check calculations and results for quality assurance.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and routine maintenance.
• Assist with sample preparation when required.
• Carry out additional duties to support operations.

Skills

Geotechnical testing

Ground materials testing

GCSE Maths/English/Science

Full UK driving licence

Customer-facing communication

Attention to detail

IT skills (Excel/Word)

Team-oriented

Punctual & reliable

Self-motivated

Adaptability to new systems

Education

GCSEs (Maths, English, Science)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Construction Materials Technician Northampton based company Field Based Role

• East Midlands Permanent Role £32,000 - £35,000 DOE + Overtime, Bonuses and Shift allowances.

Our client is a leading European provider of analytical testing services across air, water, dust, soil, asphalt, and a wide range of construction materials.

With a strong reputation for technical excellence and outstanding customer service, they are expanding their East Midlands team and seeking experienced Construction Materials Technicians to join their Northampton operation.

This opportunity is well suited to individuals with experience as a Materials Testing Technician, Geotechnical Technician, CMT Field Technician, Asphalt Technician, or Soils & Concrete Technician.

The Role

As a Construction Materials Technician, you will carry out on‑site sampling and testing of construction materials in accordance with British and European Standards.

• Conduct on‑site sampling and in‑situ testing of construction materials
• Liaise professionally with clients and site personnel
• Prepare, record, and present test data accurately
• Support colleagues with test methods and procedures
• Cross‑check calculations and results for quality assurance
• Perform daily vehicle checks, routine maintenance, and maintain cleanliness
• Assist with sample preparation when required
• Carry out additional duties as needed to support operations

Skills & Experience

• Be qualified to GCSE Grade C and above / Grade 4 - 9 in Maths, English and one science subject.
• Experienced in Geotechnical or ground materials testing
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong customer‑facing communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work within a quality system
• Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and Word
• Team‑oriented with a flexible, proactive approach
• Reliable, punctual, and well‑organised
• Self‑motivated with strong prioritisation skills
• Positive attitude and adaptability to new systems and procedures

What's on offer

• Basic salary + overtime (bonuses paid for overnight stays and weekend working)
• 22 days holiday + bank holidays; Christmas shut down
• Medicash plan
• Subsidised Gym Membership
• Supportive Management Team

Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.