We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Field Materials Technician to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting on-site materials testing, analysis, and quality assessments across various construction, manufacturing, and industrial projects throughout the UK. You will also provide leadership and guidance to field-based teams, ensuring projects are completed to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities: Conduct on-site testing of construction materials (concrete, asphalt, soil, etc.) according to UK industry standards (BS, EN, ASTM). Perform tests including plate bearing tests, DCP’s, HSV’s, NDG’s, various asphalt related testing and concrete cube making. Record and evaluate material performance, ensuring compliance with project specifications. Maintain field-testing equipment. Collaborate with site teams to resolve material-related issues.
Required: 5 years of field-based experience in materials testing. Strong knowledge of construction materials testing. Experience with field testing equipment. Ability to interpret technical specifications. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Strong commitment to quality and safety. Ability to lead a team of technicians
Working Conditions: Field-based role with possible UK-wide travel. Ability to work in various weather conditions and challenging environments. Occasional overnight stays may be required.
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CTS (formally Construction Testing Solutions) are the UK’s go-to partner of choice for all Construction Materials Testing, Structural & Pavement Investigations, Subsidence Investigation and Calibration Services.
With headquarters in Leicester and a nationwide network of laboratories and offices, offering a wide range of construction testing, inspection and compliance services, CTS supports all sectors of the construction market including infrastructure, commercial, rail, road, residential, airports, tunnelling, mining, and utilities as well as brownfield regeneration.
CTS offers full lifecycle services covering everything from pre-build site evaluations and designs to the testing of construction materials through to the management of the built environment, undertaking physical as well as non-destructive surveys and assessments of buildings, structures and highways.
A program of acquisition has seen the business grow exponentially over the years, extending our capabilities and capacity across a broader range of construction testing, inspection and compliance services.
