Site Technician

TN United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking consultancy as a Site Technician, where you'll work on diverse construction projects across the UK. This role offers a blend of site and office work, with opportunities to develop your career in the construction engineering sector. You'll be involved in testing and sampling materials, conducting structural investigations, and collaborating with engineers to ensure project success. With ongoing training and a supportive environment, this position is perfect for those eager to learn and grow in a dynamic field. Enjoy competitive benefits and the chance to make a real impact in construction.

Benefits

Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Assurance Cover

Flexible Benefits Programme

Training Fees Covered

Ongoing Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• Minimum 1 year relevant or transferable experience.

Responsibilities

• Testing and sampling of existing structures.
• Reporting findings of investigations.
• Communicating with clients for successful project delivery.

Skills

Mathematics

Science

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

GCSE in Mathematics

GCSE in English

GCSE in Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

GPR

Ferroscan

Impact Echo

Job description

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Materials and Structures, a member of RSK Group Ltd, is looking for a Site Technician to join their team in Hemel Hempstead, UK.

Do you want to work for a multi-disciplinary consultancy providing services for over 40 years, with market leading capabilities across the construction, services and rail sectors?

What you can expect in this position:

• Primarily site-based, with some office/stores time
• Working in a team with civil/structural engineers and project managers
• Mainly in London and the south-east but can be nationwide and occasionally international
• Testing, sampling and breaking out concrete and other construction materials
• Working at height and in confined spaces may be required
• Anti-social hours sometimes required (evenings/night-time/weekends) (with compensation)
• Occasional requirement to stay away from home (expenses paid)
• Opportunities to progress a career in the construction engineering sector
• Ongoing training/development opportunities

Responsibilities:

• Testing and sampling of existing structures
• Structural investigations (breaking out concrete)
• Working in varied and challenging locations, from construction sites to historic buildings
• Reporting findings of investigations
• Communicating with clients and colleagues to ensure successful project delivery
• Using your initiative to solve site challenges

Qualifications and Experience:

• Must hold a full UK driving licence
• Good mathematics/science and/or practical skills
• GCSE grade A-C in mathematics, English and science.
• CSCS card and IPAF, PASMA, PTS, IRATA qualifications an advantage
• Enthusiasm and a willingness to learn
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Minimum 1years’ relevant or transferrable experience
• Experience with GPR, Ferroscan, half-cell, impact echo, covermeter advantageous
• Good organisational skills
• Computer literate, familiar with Microsoft Office applications (AutoCAD an advantage)

Salary & benefits:

• Up to £30,000 commensurate with experience
• Contributory Pension Scheme and life assurance cover
• Flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays
• We encourage Continuing Professional Development and are committed to supporting staff in furthering their education through in-house training or formalised education externally.
• Training fees will be covered.

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