Specialist In-Situ Testing Technician

SOCOTEC’s Infrastructure team delivers essential technical services that ensure the safety, quality and compliance of major construction and civil engineering projects across the UK. We provide independent construction materials testing to verify strength, durability and performance of key materials; foundations and pile testing to confirm ground stability; specialist structures and pavements assessment and analysis; and integrated geotechnical and structural monitoring that delivers real time data throughout project life cycles.

Our experts use industry leading methods and advanced technology to support infrastructure projects from initial site investigation through construction and long term performance, helping clients manage risk, meet regulatory standards and build safer, more resilient assets.

Your expertise deserves recognition. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more), an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition programmes, family-friendly support, exclusive retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension. SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

Are you interested in Geotechnical Ground Investigation for construction? This could be your opportunity to excel as a Specialist In-Situ Testing Technician, as well as playing a vital role in helping our business succeed.

As our company grows and develops, we are ever expanding our teams. We have a great opportunity for a dedicated Specialist In-Situ Testing Technician to join our Infrastructure Division and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride.

We are looking for a reliable, flexible and driven Senior Specialist In-Situ Testing Technician to join our Geotechnical team. As a member of Geotechnical, you will be exposed to a variety of unique projects throughout the country. It is key that you have the balance to be proactive and independent, while simultaneously being a strong team player. Good management skills, and a strong understanding with experience in the industry are vital in order to succeed in this role.

Working within a small field testing team to develop skills and competency in specialist in-situ testing and monitoring techniques, including:

• Cone penetration testing (CPT) using piezocones & other associated devices from a variety of platforms to UKAS standards
• Pressure meter testing using self-boring pressure meter (SBP), high pressure dilatometer (HPD) and cone pressure meter (CPM)
• Calibration and maintenance of testing equipment
• Interpretation and reporting of testing results

• To lead the operation of a variety of pressure meter investigations using primarily cone penetration equipment from a variety of testing platforms to SOCOTEC standards
• Utilise the CPTsoftware to provide high quality soil data, site records and test data in a timely manner
• Organising mobilisation and demobilisation of all sites and testing equipment
• Carry out work in accordance with company and site-specific Health and Safety rules
• Calibration and daily maintenance of testing equipment including having a proactive approach to fault finding of defects in testing equipment whilst on site
• Develop an understanding of Pressure meter Testing techniques
• Borehole permeability tests
• Data collection for groundwater and gas monitoring instrumentation, including standpipes, vibrating wire, pneumatic and hydraulic type piezometers, and 'diver' type pressure transducers/loggers
• Data collection for ground…