Job Description

Working alongside other team members, testing the properties of construction materials including concrete, aggregates, and asphalt Improving the performance of existing products, to eliminate faults with materials already in use Helping bring materials testing in the 21st century using new technologies (e.g. Switching over to automated processes, new ergonomic equipment or even new recording and reporting systems) Developing an understanding, knowledge and practical methods used to examine materials, including non-destructive testing (NDT) Following testing methods to ensure safety and quality and to support the lab in maintaining its accreditation to operate Travelling to and from sites, collecting materials to be tested

Required Skills & Qualification

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative

GCSE or equivalent 5 GCSEs including Maths, English or Sciences (Grade A* - C or 9 - 4) Essential

Apprenticeship Standard

Laboratory technician Level 3 (A level)

Employer

BALFOUR BEATTY PLC

Hyde Rd Mottram in Longdendale Hyde SK14 6NG

Provider

TIRO TRAINING LTD