Site Testing Technician

Geo Underwriting; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a Site Materials Technician to join a forward-thinking company in Bridgend. This role involves conducting essential testing and sampling of soils, concrete, and bituminous materials both on-site and in the laboratory. The successful candidate will benefit from comprehensive training and development opportunities, a competitive salary, and a flexible benefits program. The company fosters a collaborative environment where you can thrive while contributing to the successful delivery of projects. If you are self-motivated, adaptable, and eager to develop your skills, this position offers a rewarding career path in the materials testing field.

Benefits

Contributory Pension Scheme

Flexible benefits programme

Option to buy additional holidays

Private health care

Regular training and career development

Qualifications

• Experience in Insitu & Laboratory Testing Activities is advantageous.
• Attend and pass internal and external training courses.

Responsibilities

• Conduct testing and sampling of materials on site and in the lab.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.
• Contribute to the effective operation of the laboratory.

Skills

Soils testing

Concrete testing

Bituminous testing

Flexible approach

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

Internal and industry recognised training

UK Driving License

Job description

CJ Associates, part of the RSK Group, have an exciting opportunity for a Site Materials Technician to support the team based on site in various locations and at their base in Bridgend, UK.

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Technician to undertake Soils, Concrete and Bituminous testing and sampling on site at various locations and in the laboratory based in Bridgend.
• Weekend working will be required from time to time.
• Plan and manage your work.
• Provide effective input to projects consistent with your skills and experience.
• Contribute day to day in the effective operation of the laboratory by working with and supporting more senior staff.
• Identify your internal and external training needs.
• Contribute to the promotion of the company’s services.
• Participate in the general development of customer goodwill.
• Deliver tasks for review in a timely manner and accurate state.
• Ensure that the company isn’t exposed to unacceptable liabilities.
• Comply with all health and safety requirements.
• Report any unsafe acts or incidents immediately.
• Ensure compliance with company rules and procedures.
• Seek advice / clarification, where necessary, from senior staff.
• Report to the required standards in the appropriate format and on time.
• Adhere to best working practice and industry standards. Training and guidance to be provided.

Essential Professional/Technical Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in Insitu & Laboratory Testing Activities would be advantageous.
• The post holder will be expected to attend and pass internal and industry recognised external training courses. These may include but not be limited to, PTS, CCNSG, CSCS, CAT, First Aid and manual handling training.
• UK Driving License.
• On the job training will be provided.

Personal Skills:

• Conduct business in a professional manner.
• Flexible in approach to work – regarding working hours and working away from home.
• Ability to work to deadlines & targets.
• Prepared to work as part of a team or as an individual.
• Ability to maintain a good working relationship with all external clients and employees.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude.

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Contributory Pension Scheme.
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays and private health care.
• Regular training and career development.

The RSK Group is an equal opportunity employer.