Trainee Site Materials Technician

ZipRecruiter; Kettering; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading materials testing company is looking for a Trainee Site Materials Technician to join their team in Kettering/Corby. The role involves conducting tests on construction materials both onsite and occasionally in the lab. Ideal candidates should hold a full UK driving licence, be comfortable with travel, and have a strong eagerness to learn. The company offers competitive salary, pension, and full training.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Company van (where required)

Full training provided

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Comfortable with travel and high mileage.
• Punctual and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests on concrete, soils, and aggregates.
• Travel to various sites for ongoing testing.
• Follow industry standards and testing procedures.

Skills

Full, clean UK driving licence

Reliability

Eagerness to learn

Education

Good general education

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Trainee Site Materials Technician

Location: Kettering / Corby (with UK-wide travel)

Salary: Competitive + Pension + Company van

Benefits: Company pension scheme; Company van (where required); Full training provided; no prior testing experience needed; Career progression within a well-established company

About Us

Eurotest is a UKAS accredited materials testing laboratory established in 2000. We test construction materials such as concrete, soils, and aggregates in both laboratory and on-site environments, working on major civil engineering and construction projects across the UK.

The Role

Were seeking a Trainee Site Materials Technician to join our Kettering/Corby team.

You will:

• Conduct tests on concrete, soils, and aggregates (on-site and occasionally in the lab)
• Travel to various sites, often revisiting projects for ongoing testing
• Follow current industry standards and testing procedures
• Represent Eurotest professionally at all times

About You

• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Comfortable with travel and high mileage
• Punctual, reliable, and eager to learn
• Good general education and interest in construction/civil engineering

How to Apply

If you’re looking for a hands-on, varied role with excellent training and career prospects, apply today.