Materials Testing Technician

Materials Testing Technician

Field-based across South Yorkshire | Doncaster operation

Permanent | Up to £35,000 DOE + paid overtime & allowances

Are you an experienced site-based Materials Testing or Geotechnical Technician looking for a stable role with consistent work, paid overtime and minimal staying away?

Our client is expanding its Doncaster operation and is looking to recruit a proven, site-experienced technician to support a strong and growing pipeline of construction and infrastructure projects across South Yorkshire and surrounding regions.

This role is not suitable for recent graduates or laboratory-only technicians. Site experience is essential.

As a construction materials technician, you will carry out on-site sampling and in-situ testing of construction materials in accordance with British and European Standards, working independently on live sites while representing the business professionally.

• On-site sampling and in-situ testing of soils, asphalt, concrete and aggregates
• Liaising directly with site managers, engineers and clients
• Accurate recording, checking and reporting of test data
• Working to quality systems and test procedures
• Daily vehicle checks and basic maintenance
• Supporting colleagues and assisting with sample preparation where required

• Proven site experience in construction materials testing, CMT or geotechnical testing
• Confident working independently on live construction sites
• Experience with soils, asphalt, concrete or ground investigations
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong client-facing communication skills
• High attention to detail and quality standards
• Reliable, well-organised and professional approach

• Base salary up to £35,000 depending on experience
• Overtime paid after 40 hours
• Additional payments for weekend work and overnight stays
• Overnight stays are infrequent - typically once every month
• Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week (additional hours available by choice)
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Medicash plan
• Subsidised gym membership
• Long-term stability with a full order book and clear progression opportunities