Job Description

Job IntroductionMaterials Testing Technician (Aggregates and Asphalt)Location: Clitheroe Asphalt Plant, LancashireRegional role covering various quarries and asphalt plants in the North West  Looking for a hands-on role where no two days are the same?   Do you enjoy working outdoors, solving problems, working with data and being part of a close-knit team that plays a crucial role in delivering high-quality products? Whether you already have laboratory or construction materials experience or you're perhaps looking to build a technical career with full training provided - this could be the opportunity for you.We're looking for a Materials Testing Technician to join our team based out of Tarmac Clitheroe Asphalt Plant carrying out testing at our various Plants and Quarries in the North West, Lancashire, Blackpool and Cumbria. You'll be at the heart of quality assurance, carrying out testing and analysis of aggregates and asphalt materials that help shape the roads, infrastructure and communities we all rely on. What You'll Be DoingAs a Materials Testing Technician, you'll be responsible for ensuring our products consistently meet the highest quality standards. This is a practical, site-based role combining laboratory testing, on-site sampling and close collaboration with operational teams. You will be responsible for:Sampling and testing aggregates and asphalt materials on a daily basisAccurately recording, analysing and reporting test resultsMonitoring product quality for both internal and external customersCarrying out testing using specialist laboratory equipment, including ovens, furnaces, sieves, weighing apparatus and other scientific testing toolsTravelling to other local Tarmac sites when required to undertake sampling and testing activitiesIdentifying and escalating any quality concerns or potential issuesWorking safely at all times and adhering to Health and Safety procedures and standards  What We're Looking ForWe're keen to hear from individuals who are practical, detail-oriented and enjoy working in a technical environment. The ideal candidate will have laboratory experience gained within quality control, construction materials, aggregates or asphalt sector however full training can be provided if candidates demonstrate the positive behaviours required to succeed in the roleSuitable candidates will also have:A proactive, hardworking and self-motivated approachStrong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracyGood communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholdersNumerical confidence and the ability to interpret data and resultsGood IT skillsThe ability to work both independently and as part of a teamA flexible and adaptable approach to workA genuine commitment to Health and SafetyThis isn't a traditional white-coat laboratory role. You'll spend time both in the laboratory and out on site, wearing PPE, working alongside operational teams and playing a key role in maintaining product quality across our operations.A company van is provided with this role which is covering several quarries and asphalt plants in the region so is easily accessible from Accrington, Blackburn, Preston, Blackpool, Lancaster, Morecambe, Burnley and the surrounding areas.