Trainee Materials Testing Technician

Overview

As a Trainee Field Technician, you will work on active construction sites, supporting the testing and inspection of materials to ensure they meet required quality and safety standards. This is a hands on role carried out entirely in a site environment.

• Assist with on-site testing of construction materials such as concrete, soil, asphalt, and aggregates
• Carry out basic field tests under supervision (e.g. concrete slump tests, soil compaction checks)
• Collect and label samples from site for further testing
• Accurately record test data and observations
• Set up testing equipment on-site
• Follow all health and safety procedures and site rules
• Work closely with other technicians and site engineers

• GCSEs (or equivalent), particularly in Maths and Science
• Full UK driving licence (preferred due to travel between sites)
• Valid CSCS card (or willingness to obtain one)

• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Good attention to detail
• Basic numeracy and record-keeping skills
• Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious