Material Technician

Eurovia UK Limited; Grays; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction materials company is looking for a material testing specialist in Grays, UK. The role includes site and lab-based testing of pavement materials and requires at least 1 year of relevant experience. Successful candidates will have strong communication skills and knowledge of UK standards regarding pavement materials. The position offers a full-time, permanent contract with flexible working options.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year experience in a material’s testing role.
• Understanding of UK standards for pavement materials.

Responsibilities

• Perform site and lab-based testing on pavement materials.
• Record and report test results accurately.
• Maintain equipment and ensure compliance.

Skills

Knowledge of pavement materials

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Ability to work independently

Job description

The sampling, testing and evaluation of construction materials, in process samples and finished products.

Duties

• Carry out site and lab-based testing and investigations on pavement materials.
• Accurately record and report test results using internal systems.
• Maintain and prepare equipment and samples to ensure quality and compliance.
• Support the upkeep of UKAS accreditation and health & safety standards.
• Work collaboratively within a team to deliver high-quality technical services.

Person Specification

• Minimum of 1-year in a material’s testing role
• Knowledge and understanding of pavement materials (Concrete, Asphalt, Hydraulically Bound and Unbound Materials)
• Experience in the use of UK standards for pavement materials and their testing
• Ability to work within a team
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide clear instruction concisely both written and verbal
• Ability to work on own initiative

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time - 40 - Monday to Friday

Fairness Inclusion & Respect

Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) at Eurovia is about recognising and celebrating each other’s differences and what they bring to the team.

Harnessing this diversity and applying the experiences, abilities and unique qualities of individuals will enhance our business; therefore, we commit to equity of opportunity and fair treatment of all current and potential employees and encourage job applications from all.

Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process please contact us directly.

Eurovia recognises the importance of helping our employees balance their work and home life by offering flexible working arrangements across many of our roles which include working from home to enable employees to balance their working life with other priorities.

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