Apprentice Materials Technician – Concrete & Asphalt Plant

Breedon Group; Shap; On-site; GBP 21,000 - GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction materials company is seeking an Apprentice Technician to join their team at the Shap Blue Quarry & Asphalt Plant. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to earn while learning towards a Level 3 qualification in Laboratory Material Testing. Responsibilities include supporting testing and product compliance, managing data, and developing knowledge in the asphalt industry. The position is full-time with competitive pay and excellent benefits, providing a pathway for career progression.

Benefits

Pension

25 days annual leave

Life Assurance

Employee benefits platform

Broad learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Candidates must be aged 18 and above.
• A full driving license or working towards it is required.
• Interest in materials testing and outdoor work is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support testing and product compliance sampling for asphalt.
• Manage and collate data, producing reports on non-conforming materials.
• Develop understanding and methods to examine materials.

Skills

Hands-on tasks

Teamwork

Interest in outdoor work

Education

Minimum 5 GCSE grades 4/C and above

1 science-based subject (preferred)

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

A construction materials company is seeking an Apprentice Technician to join their team at the Shap Blue Quarry & Asphalt Plant. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to earn while learning towards a Level 3 qualification in Laboratory Material Testing. Responsibilities include supporting testing and product compliance, managing data, and developing knowledge in the asphalt industry. The position is full-time with competitive pay and excellent benefits, providing a pathway for career progression.