Trainee Field Technician - Construction Materials Testing

IGNE; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading testing company in Barnsley is seeking a Trainee Field Technician to conduct on-site sampling and testing of construction materials. This full-time position offers a salary of £26,602 per annum plus overtime opportunities. Ideal candidates should be self-motivated, possess good communication skills, and have a clean UK driving license. The company values equality and development, offering numerous training opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for training and development

Overtime pay

Qualifications

• Clean UK driving licence.
• Confident to work in a team environment.
• Previous experience in a UKAS accredited testing environment.

Responsibilities

• On-site sampling and testing of construction materials.
• Completion of test sheets and data entry.
• Maintain high levels of health and safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Manual handling

Education

GCSE Maths and English or equivalent

Job description

Trainee Field Technician - Construction Materials Testing

Igne is seeking a Trainee Field Technician to join the Barnsley team!.At Igne we test ground and soil samples using cutting-edge technology to help our construction clients build smarter and more cost-effective solutions for their building projects. It’s hands-on, practical work that plays a crucial role in major building projects.

No previous experience? No problem! If you’re motivated, eager to learn, and meet the criteria below, we’d love to hear from you.This is a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your career in a dynamic, reputable organisation with exciting growth plans.

This role will involve working out on site obtaining various soil and construction material samples and testing them in-situ.What we do need is for you to have a clean UK driving license and a desire to work outdoors in all weathers. This is a full-time job with excellent rates of pay and overtime (both in the week and over the weekend), and the opportunity to work in an exciting and growing sector along with excellent career opportunities.

We are part of Igne Group Limited, which is a synergetic amalgamation of six companies, renowned within our respective fields, with over 350 years of combined experience. A one-stop-shop for pre- and post-construction services.Igne’s six service categories are: geo-environmental, unexploded ordnance risk mitigation, site investigation, construction materials testing, water wells and geothermal energy solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• On-site sampling and testing of various construction materials e.g., soils, aggregates, concrete and asphalt
• Completion of test sheets and data entry onto tablets
• Liaising with senior members of staff on work schedules and testing procedures
• Working within in-house quality assurance systems
• Maintain high levels of health and safety in line with company policies

Your Qualifications:

• GCSE Maths and English or equivalent

About You:

• Clean UK driving licence
• You will need good communication skills - both written and verbal
• Manual handling and physical activity are daily requirements – samples can weigh in excess of 15kg
• You must be confident to work in a team environment
• Self-motivated, proactive and able to organise your own workload
• Previous experience in a UKAS accredited testing environment in a similar role
• Knowledge of testing standards and processes
• CSCS card

Igne provides a competitive salary with opportunities for development and benefits as detailed below:

Salary & Benefits:

• Basic salary is £26,602 per annum. Overtime is available after 40 hours and weekends at enhanced rates
• Continual training and development

We are a Real Living Wage Employer, a Disability Confident Employer and signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant; we recruit talented individuals who care about making a positive difference . We want colleagues to bring their whole selves to work and be able to be themselves, so equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are core to our company culture and integral to the success of our business.We also want all colleagues to thrive, which is why we have trained and dedicated mental health first aiders across the organisation who are available for all employees to speak to for any support they need .

We believe in the development of our talent, which is why at Igne, you will have many opportunities for training and development within your role.

Title Trainee Field Technician - Construction Materials Testing

Dept Field Technician

Role Full Time

Hours 40

Salary £26,208 per annum, plus overtime and benefits