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We are currently seeking a Construction Material Technician to join our team at Breedon Surfacing Solutions. As a Construction Material Technician, you will be working close with our contract surfacing division & will be responsible for onsite testing of all our Bituminous product’s.
Job Responsibility:
To test and sample aggregate, bituminous and unbound and earthworks materials including material laying records, temperature checks & recording, compaction control testing with electrostatic density gauge, Rolling Straight edge testing, Surface Macrotexture testing (sandpatch), binder content and grading, both in the laboratory and on contracting sites/plant
To maintain a safe and tidy workspace and keep all equipment maintained
To maintain quality standards by following Company and accrediting bodies quality procedures and protocol
To record sample details on test record sheets and electronic software programmes
To assist with the calibrating of all testing equipment
To prepare for inspections from independent accrediting bodies
To undertake daily equipment checks
To provide technical cover if required for other contracts within the Southern parts of Ireland
Requirements:
Educated to Leaving certificate standard (or equivalent)
Experience of working in a team environment, providing information and support to colleagues
Ability to be flexible in working hours, working night shifts or weekends if required
Driving licence to enable the post holder to fulfil the duties of the role
Nice to have:
Experience, knowledge and understanding of on-site testing, with particular regard to highway contracts and surfacing
Have previous experience in sampling and testing of construction materials or transferable skills from other employment types (as full training will be provided)
Have the awareness to work safely on a construction site or production depot
Have a willingness to be flexible in your working pattern
Have the physical ability to carry out sampling and handling of bulky materials
Have the capacity to operate mechanical equipment such as Asphalt road coring drill
Hold a full drivers licence & are capable to operate a small sized commercial van
Enjoy interactions with internal customers, external contributors, and auditors
Have a tolerance for and ability to handle the details and paperwork associated with the role
What we offer:
35 days per year annual leave (including bank holidays)
A tailored, competitive salary
Company pension scheme
Life Assurance Scheme
Holiday buy scheme
Private medical insurance
1 day per year to volunteer with a charity of your choice (fully paid!) and fund-matching up to £200 for charitable events
Make a Material Difference Awards
Employee Assistance Programme providing a wide range of health and wellbeing support 24/7
Enhanced parental leave policy
Option to participate in our ShareSave scheme
Access to our employee benefits platform, giving you discounts on a wide variety of high street shops and brands
Health & Wellbeing Initiatives
Broad learning opportunities, training, and career progression pathways