Materials Technician - Nationwide

Laboratory / Materials Technician - Construction Materials (Plate Load & CBR Testing)



Location: Remote / UK-wide (regular travel - company car provided)

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent (40 hrs)

Pay: Competitive hourly rate + overtime & weekend pay



Our client is seeking an experienced Laboratory / Materials Technician to carry out field testing of soils and construction materials, specialising in Plate Load and CBR (California Bearing Ratio) testing.



This role is ideal for someone with strong technical skills who enjoys hands-on site work and regular travel across the UK.



Key Responsibilities



Perform Plate Load and In-Situ CBR tests on construction and civil engineering sites.



Prepare and condition soil and aggregate samples (BS 1377 / BS EN ISO 22476).



Calibrate and maintain field testing equipment.



Record and report accurate test data.



Liaise with engineers and clients to ensure smooth operations.



Requirements



Experience in construction materials or geotechnical testing



Proficiency in Plate Load / CBR testing

Valid CSCS card

Full UK driving licence

Safety-conscious and able to work independentlyIf you are interested in this permanent job please forward your CV and contact Scott on (phone number removed)