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