Materials Testing Technicians

3 weeks ago


Buxton Derbyshire, United Kingdom Tarmac Trading Limited Full time

Materials Testing Technician
Laboratory Testing Technician
looking for a permanent role? Materials Testing Technician
What makes this role even more exciting is that you will be working in a brand new state of the art Laboratory with equipment such as Atomic Absorption Analysers and Carbon Sulphur Analysers that are at the leading edge of our industry.
Here at Tarmac, we are working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and its important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.
Materials Testing Technician
will report directly to the Senior Technician working on the physical and chemical testing of Aggregate, as well as development of products. Whilst this role is laboratory based, the requirement to go out on to the sites to obtain samples is an essential aspect of the job.
You will be required to have an understanding of civil engineering materials, materials testing and site construction operations
You will work closely with the Technical Manager, Senior Technicians, Materials Technicians and the onsite teams to gain knowledge across a wide range of subjects
Work with the Senior Technician for site testing, checking results, carrying out preliminary investigations into complaints, and providing technical information to clients
The role will involve travel to some of our local sites in the region
Organise and undertake technical testing to ensure test regimes and workload are met, comply with Company systems
and resolve quality issues, advise operations and Site Teams of results and potentially suggest actions for improvement
To ensure testing procedures are fully documented, understood and communicated to comply with company standards
Sampling & Testing
To carry out sampling and testing in line with contract requirements utilising in-house company Schedule and external 3rd party accredited testhouses where required
Advise Senior Technician and Operational staff when quality standards are being compromised and take appropriate action to rectify quality issues
To help investigate and resolve customer complaints and queries
Ensure your work is carried out in line with company procedures and in a safe manner whilst maintaining a safe and accredited testing environment and have the correct equipment available in calibration
Have knowledge of on-site Health and Safety policies and procedures
Full UK car driving licence with no more than 6 points as you will have access to a company vehicle for this role in visiting other sites
Materials Testing Technician
will be instrumental in the future development and support our Highways, Quarries and Technical Teams.
Materials Testing Technician
- A degree in Chemical Engineering or a Chemical / Pharmaceutical discipline would prove highly advantageous
level 3
Knowledge of testing schedule maintenance
Ability to maintain electronic records to efficiently demonstrate conformity and provide supporting data
We are open to you not being from this field of work as complete training will be given to the new colleague who is successful in this role.
Materials Testing Technician
we additionally offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits:
Bonus scheme
Enhanced holiday entitlement
Contributory pension scheme
Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & Carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female Voice, and Menopause
Training and development opportunities
Tarmac is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
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