Due to the continuing growth of a busy geotechnical /materials testing department, we have a position for a Trainee/Site Technician based in the North East of England. This is a permanent, full time role.
Ian Farmer Associates, a member of RSK Group Ltd, is a geotechnical and geo-environmental site investigation company with offices covering the majority of the United Kingdom. It is further supported by a fully accredited UKAS laboratory and together with the Geosciences division of RSK, the company makes RSK Group one of the UK’s largest site investigation service providers
The role is predominantly site based and involves, but is not limited to:
* Sampling of construction materials within earthwork sites.
* Sampling and testing of fresh & hardened concrete on construction sites and within our UKAS accredited laboratory for compliance testing
* Site Testing of in-situ earthworks materials for evaluation
* Sampling of materials for Waste acceptance (WAC)
* Assisting and supporting the Senior Technician as directed.
* Assisting in the office as required by Senior Staff.
Initially, the role will involve working alongside a senior member of staff, in order to gain the experience of performing the required duties under their own initiative.
The successful candidate must be able to communicate on daily basis with site mangers, to ensure that client needs are met.
It is essential that all test results and site activities are updated daily, and evidence of accurate record keeping in a previous role would be required.
This is an interesting and varied role, and will allow the right candidate to expand their knowledge and experience of material testing in a growing department providing opportunities for progression.
We expect the appointed member of staff to accept new challenges and further responsibilities in line with the development of the department as well as achieving certain safety standards and certification to gain access to client sites.
The role will involve an element of Manual Handling and working outdoors as well as some out of hours working.
Experience and Qualifications:
* At least GCSE Maths and English to Grade A to E or equivalent
* Full driving license
* Good organisational skills
* Good communication skills
* Previous experience of working within a construction site environment would be desirable.
* Previous experience within a material testing role would be a distinct advantage however full training will be provided
Preferable but not essential:
* CSCS card holder (Construction Site Certification Scheme)
* Site Safety Passport
* First Aid or Fire Training
Salary and Benefits:
* Salary will be dependent upon any previous experience
* A company vehicle will be provided
* Contributory Pension Scheme
* Support, encouragement and training to enable career progression
* A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays
* We encourage Continuing Professional Development
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