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Materials Lead Engineer

August 9, 2023 | Comments Off on Materials Lead Engineer

We're looking for Materials Lead Engineer to join our Devonport Docks Team based in Plymouth, Devon. Within this role you can enjoy 26 days annual leave, sharesave scheme, family friendly policies and even more.



Location: Plymouth, Devon.

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Competitive + Benefits



Responsibilities

As a Materials Lead Engineer, you'll be working within the Devonport Docks team, supporting them in providing technical advice to the project teams on the preparation of Material Acceptance Requests, monitoring any subsequent feedback and any technical queries thereon for concrete, asphalt, earthworks materials, aggregates, reinforcing steel and any other relevant construction materials.

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Your day to day will include:

  • Develop a detailed understanding of project specifications sufficient to comment on the technical aspects of construction materials design, supply, use and testing with the site project team and/or designer and/or client.
  • Provide technical advice to the project teams regarding suitability and use of concrete, asphalt, earthworks materials, aggregates, reinforcing steel and any other constituent materials used in the production of construction materials.
  • Review mix designs and offer guidance to the project teams on suitability with respect to use, performance and durability.
  • Ability to carry out audits and plant inspections of production plants used in the manufacture of concrete, asphalt, un-bound and hydraulically bound materials and aggregates.
  • Develop training aids and deliver training to site personnel involved with concrete, asphalt, earthworks materials, aggregates, reinforcing steel and any other constituent materials used in the production of construction materials


What are we looking for?

This role of Materials Lead Engineer is great for you if:

  • BSc in Civil Engineering or other degree relevant to construction related activities or an advanced professional diploma in concrete, asphalt, geotechnical engineering, quarrying or other suitable discipline entitling the holder to full corporate membership of the relevant professional body. (Examples of suitable Professional bodies ICE, ICT, IAT etc)
  • Preferably have an understanding of the material performance characteristics necessary to meet the requirements of seismic and / or nuclear design codes / specification documents.
  • An NVQ Level 3 Laboratory And Associated Technical Activities (LAATA)
    • Due to the site being a high security military navy base, we require additional security checks which can take up to 8 weeks, in extreme circumstances some roles on this contract are only available to British nationals . If you have any questions about your eligibility for this role because of this, please contact inclusiverecruitment@kier.co.uk



    We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferable skills are always welcome! So even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. We want to hear from candidates from all backgrounds and experiences, and we especially encourage those from underrepresented communities to get in touch with us.

    If you require any reasonable adjustments during any part of the application process, please get in touch at InclusiveRecruitment@kier.co.uk to discuss and arrange these.



    We're proud to be able to offer our fantastic employees a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Some of our favourites include:

    • new and enhanced family friendly policies, including eight weeks paternity leave, 26 weeks maternity leave, pregnancy loss leave, surrogacy leave, menopause guidance and more.
    • professional subscription - you will get one professional subscription funded to support your professional development.
    • pension - you will be able to join the Kier Retirement Savings Plan (KRSP)
    • Kier rewards - You will have access to discounted shopping including restaurants, insurance companies, and supermarkets.
    • employee referral scheme - refer a friend or family member to work for Kier
    And so much more! You can read the full details of all of our benefits on our website.



    Who is Kier?

    As a leading UK infrastructure services, construction and property group, our purpose is to sustainably deliver construction and infrastructure services which are vital to the UK.



    Our projects are those that support the local communities we work in, helping them thrive and progress. We take pride in bringing specialist knowledge, sector leading experience and fresh thinking to all that we do.

    We are collaborative, trusted and focused, and we will empower you to achieve your career goals, and listen to your thoughts, ideas and challenges.



    Diversity and inclusion

    Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion (D&I) initiatives, and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies and initiatives. You can see more about our D&I action plan here.

    Closing Date: 8 September 2023



    Please note, interviews may take place before the closing date, and we reserve the right to close applications early.
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