Materials Testing Technician
- doncaster, england, United Kingdom
- Permanent·On-site
- Full time
Job Description
Materials Testing Technician
Field-based across South Yorkshire | Doncaster operation
Permanent | Up to £35,000 DOE + paid overtime & allowances
Are you an experienced site-based Materials Testing or Geotechnical Technician looking for a stable role with consistent work, paid overtime and minimal staying away?
Our client is expanding its Doncaster operation and is looking to recruit a proven, site-experienced technician to support a strong and growing pipeline of construction and infrastructure projects across South Yorkshire and surrounding regions.
This role is not suitable for recent graduates or laboratory-only technicians. Site experience is essential.
Role
As a construction materials technician, you will carry out on-site sampling and in-situ testing of construction materials in accordance with British and European Standards, working independently on live sites while representing the business professionally.
Typical duties include:
- On-site sampling and in-situ testing of soils, asphalt, concrete and aggregates
- Liaising directly with site managers, engineers and clients
- Accurate recording, checking and reporting of test data
- Working to quality systems and test procedures
- Daily vehicle checks and basic maintenance
- Supporting colleagues and assisting with sample preparation where required
Qualifications
- Proven site experience in construction materials testing, CMT or geotechnical testing
- Confident working independently on live construction sites
- Experience with soils, asphalt, concrete or ground investigations
- Full UK driving licence
- Strong client-facing communication skills
- High attention to detail and quality standards
- Reliable, well-organised and professional approach
Benefits
- Base salary up to £35,000 depending on experience
- Overtime paid after 40 hours
- Additional payments for weekend work and overnight stays
- Overnight stays are infrequent - typically once every month
- Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week (additional hours available by choice)
- 22 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Medicash plan
- Subsidised gym membership
- Long-term stability with a full order book and clear progression opportunities