Construction Materials Technician

Construction Materials Technician - Cork (site based)

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.

More about what you will do…

• 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.

What we need from you…

Essential Criteria

• 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

Desirable Criteria

• 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

Some important information…

• 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

• If you’re cycling, we’ve got you covered on the Bike to Work scheme