Materials Testing Technician (Aggregates and Asphalt)
4 days ago
Leeds
At Tarmac, ‘who you are’ matters. We want to get to know you.If you share our values and are proud of a job well done, collaborative in working well with others and ambitious to make things better, then have a read of what we have on offer.\n\nWe are currently looking for a Materials Testing Technician (Aggregates and Asphalt) to join our friendly team based at Tarmac Cross Green Asphalt Plant in Leeds, Yorkshire.This role is easily accessible from Leeds, Scunthorpe, Santon, Pontefract, Selby, Goole, Rothwell, Oulton, Swillington, Garforth, Wetherby, Whinmoor, Oakwood, Bradford, Dewsbury, Wakefield, Headingley, Otley, Castleford, Halifax and the surrounding areas.\n\nHere at Tarmac, we are working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.\n\nMain Responsibilities\n\nReporting directly to the Senior Technician, the role of Materials Testing Technician (Aggregates and Asphalt) will be responsible for:\n\nSampling and testing of various construction materials (aggregates and asphalt) on a daily basis where accuracy will be paramount.\nTesting will be carried out to the highest safety standards and within your manual handling capabilities\nAt times, visiting other Tarmac sites to carry out various sampling and testing duties\nMaterial testing carried out within the laboratory, which will include ovens, furnaces, sieves (with a mechanical shaker), weighing apparatus, chemicals and other scientific based equipment\nEnsuring the quality of the materials is monitored at all times for both internal and external customers\nAdhering to company Health and Safety procedures at all times\n\nThe Ideal Candidate\n\nThe ideal candidate for the role of Materials Testing Technician (Aggregates and Asphalt) will have laboratory experience gained within the construction sector and will possesses knowledge of aggregate and / or asphalt testing and production. We do however welcome applications from candidates without experience as full training will be provided.\n\nThis Technician role is not a typical ‘lab coat’ laboratory type of role – it is a vital hands-on site-based role, wearing PPE and working in a small team closely supporting our operational asphalt plants.\n\nSuitable candidates for the role of Materials Testing Technician (Aggregates and Asphalt) will have:\n\nCommitment to being hard working and self-motivated\nExcellent communication skills, able to liaise with stakeholders of varying seniority levels\nGood accuracy in their work and demonstrate strong attention to detail\nAbility to identify potential risks/issues (training will be provided)\nConfidence to work independently and to collaborate as part of a wider team\nGood IT literacy\nProven numerical aptitude (handling calculations/interpreting results)\nFlexible working approach\nCommitment to being Health and Safety conscious\n\nWhy Tarmac\n\nWe don't just offer a job, we offer a career.\n\nAlongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:\n\nBonus scheme\nEnhanced holiday entitlement\nContributory pension scheme\nAccess to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.\nAccess to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice\nAccess to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc.(REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause\nTraining and development opportunitiesWe’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.\n\nReady to build your future?\n\nClick ‘Apply’ to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don’t wait too long!\n\n#tarmac #tarmaccareers #asphalt #aggregates #Technician #qualitytechnician #materialstesting #materialstestingtechnician #quarrytechnician #aggregatetechnician #aggregatejobs #plantjobs #asphaltjobs #Leeds #Scunthorpe #Santon #Pontefract #Selby #Goole #Rothwell #Oulton #Swillington #Garforth #Wetherby #Whinmoor #Oakwood #Bradford #Dewsbury #Wakefield #Headingley #Otley #Castleford #Halifax #LI-RE1\n\nTarmac Trading Limited