Technician

Breedon Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van for business use

Company pension scheme

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Share saver scheme

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Employee discounts

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Breedon Group is seeking a detail-oriented Technician at Cloud Hill Quarry, Derby, to perform high-quality testing of aggregates, concrete, asphalt and soils. The role blends laboratory and site-based testing to ensure materials meet specifications and standards.

You will support QA/QC processes, maintain records and assist with customer site visits, with a safety-first approach and opportunities for career growth within Breedon Group.

Qualifications

• Experience in testing, laboratory or construction materials environments.
• Experience with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Understanding of quality control processes.
• Technical reporting capability.
• Well organised and quality-focused.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Effective communicator.
• Ability to work in a team and unsupervised.
• Structured problem-solving approaches.
• Able to prioritise competing demands.
• Desire for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform factory production control activities and uphold FPC test rates.
• Record and report test data accurately.
• Identify trends and quality concerns.
• Support operational and sales teams with technical expertise.
• Complete projects and testing activities on time.
• Investigate issues and contribute to resolution.
• Maintain accurate technical records.
• Assist with customer site visits and complaint investigations.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Complete inspections and safety observations.
• Escalate hazards, incidents and non-compliance.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality management systems

Quality control processes

Technical reporting

Detail oriented

Effective communication

Team work

Problem solving

Prioritisation

Continuous improvement

Organised

Education

Level 4 Certificate in Material Technology

Concrete, asphalt or aggregates technology qualification

Job description

Technician

Application Deadline: 27 November 2026

Department: Operations and Maintenance

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Cloud Hill Quarry, Derby

Description

About Breedon Group:

Breedon Group plc is a leading vertically integrated construction materials group in Great Britain, Ireland, and the USA. We're dedicated to providing high-quality materials and services for the construction industry, with a commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation. Joining Breedon means becoming part of a team that values excellence and is committed to making a positive impact.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a detail-oriented Technician to perform high-quality testing and analysis of construction materials such as aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and soils. The role involves conducting laboratory and site-based testing to ensure materials meet required specifications and standards. You will support quality assurance and control processes, helping to maintain the integrity and compliance of materials used in construction or production.

This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone with a technical mindset and a passion for working in both lab and field environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing factory production control activities. Responsible for ensuring FPC test rates are upheld.
• Accurately record and report test data.
• To identify trends and quality concerns.
• Support operational and sales teams through technical expertise.
• Complete assigned projects and testing activities on time.
• Investigate issues and contribute to problem resolution.
• Maintain accurate technical records.
• Assist with customer site visits and complaint investigation.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Complete inspections and safety observations.
• Escalate hazards, incidents and non-compliance.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Experience working within a testing, laboratory or construction materials environment.
• Experience working with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Understanding of quality control processes.
• Technical reporting capability.
• Well organised and quality - focused.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Effective communicator.
• Ability to work within a team and unsupervised.
• Uses structured problem-solving approaches.
• Able to prioritise competing demands.
• strong desire for continuous improvement.

Desirable

• Level 4 Certificate in Material Technology.
• Concrete, asphalt or aggregates technology qualification.

Benefits

• A tailored, competitive salary
• Company Van for Business use
• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays on top
• Share Saver Scheme participation
• Company Life Assurance Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
• Discounts on a wide range of products through our employee benefits platform
• Broad learning opportunities and career progression pathways

Diversity Statement:

At Breedon Group, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued. We believe in equality of opportunity for all and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates.

Join Us:

If you're looking for a role that challenges you, offers progression, and contributes to building better futures, we'd love to hear from you. This position is an opportunity to grow your career within a supportive and dynamic environment at Breedon Group.