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Senior Construction Materials Technician (Ref. 10477)
September 8, 2021 | Comments Off on Senior Construction Materials Technician (Ref. 10477)
We have an opportunity for a Senior Construction Materials Technician to join our Ready Mix Concrete division to provide technical support to production units in the South East (Essex, Cambridgeshire & Hertfordshire). This is an excellent opportunity to join a large technical team which engages with customers & multiple internal teams and undertake a role which offers training, development and involvement with leading edge R&D. About the role You will be obtaining samples and carrying out appropriate product testing for the purposes of validating conformity and customer satisfaction. Elements to the role include: To undertake materials testing of plastic and hardened concrete To support the business with visits to customer sites to investigate technical or quality queries or failures and assist with the investigation of customer complaints Working closely with the technical, commercial and operations teams, you will support, advise and provide technical guidance to ensure the company adheres to minimum legal and product standard requirements at optimum cost You may be involved in product development which may require that you undertake laboratory product trials, product training and demonstrations - both onsite and off site This role is ideally suited to a mature school/college leaver looking to commence a technical career in the construction materials industry Ensure company van and test equipment provided to carry out technician duties remains in a safe and legal condition with a good standard of housekeeping Work within the area laboratory and/or any satellite laboratories in a safe manner; maintain the premises in clean and tidy condition at all times What will you bring? Must have a full UK driving licence (a company van is provided) 2-3 years experience of working for a technical team in ready mix concrete A recognised qualification (NVQ level 2) in concrete technology or other construction materials related studies would be desirable Enthusiastic hard-working individual able to work on their own initiative Fit and healthy as some heavy lifting may be required Keen to learn and develop into the role Good communication skills both written and verbal Organised with planning and delivery capabilities Acts with integrity Conscientious and accurate Ability to work as part of a team ? What’s on offer? Competitive Salary, bonus and benefits recognizing the contribution you bring Opportunities for Career Progression both at home and abroad An inclusive and safety focused culture with people at the heart of the business We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age. Why join Aggregate Industries? While you help us become a leader in innovative and sustainable construction solutions, we promise to help you grow in a dynamic working environment that offers attractive working conditions and encourages personal and professional development About Aggregate Industries We’re at the frontline of the construction and infrastructure industries, producing and supplying an array of construction materials. With over 200 sites and around 3,700 dedicated employees, we’re home to everything from aggregates, asphalt, ready-mixed concrete and precast concrete products. On top of that, we produce, import and supply construction materials, export aggregates and offer national road surfacing and contracting services. A full range of products which will help you work sustainably, safely, professionally and profitably. We’re also a proud member of Holcim, which is the leading global building materials and solutions company with around 70,000 employees in over 80 countries. It holds leading positions in all regions with a balanced portfolio of developing and mature markets. #BuildingProgress for people and the planet.