Job Description

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK.

We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.

At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

Senior Technician

Quality Assurance | Concrete, Asphalt, Aggregates & Recycled Materials

Are you an experienced materials testing professional looking to take the next step in your career?

Heidelberg Materials Technical UK is seeking a highly motivated Senior Technician to join our Quality & Technical team. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in maintaining industry-leading quality standards across our Concrete, Asphalt, Recycled Materials and Quarry Products operations.

Working across laboratory and field environments, you will be responsible for sampling, testing, quality investigations, technical support, and laboratory management activities, helping to ensure our products consistently meet the highest standards of performance, compliance and customer satisfaction.

If you're passionate about quality, enjoy problem-solving, and want to make a genuine impact within a market-leading organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Senior Technician, you will undertake sampling, field testing and specimen preparation in accordance with relevant British Standards and company procedures. You'll support quality assurance activities across multiple sites, investigate product performance issues, conduct laboratory trials, and provide technical guidance to colleagues across production and operations teams.

This position offers the opportunity to lead by example, influence quality performance, and support the development of technicians through coaching and mentoring.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Sampling & Testing

• Carry out sampling, field testing and specimen preparation of:

  • Concrete

  • Asphalt

  • Recycled Materials

  • Quarry Products

• Ensure all activities comply with relevant British Standards and company procedures.

• Conduct product laboratory trials and testing.

• Assist with the transportation and management of test specimens.

Quality Investigations & Technical Support

• Investigate and provide feedback on quality issues across sites and depots.

• Support technical and operational teams in identifying and resolving product-related concerns.

• Undertake:

  • Aggregate sampling, testing and preparation

  • Asphalt sampling, testing and preparation

  • Concrete sampling, testing and preparation

  • Recycled materials sampling, testing and preparation

  • Preliminary plant investigations

  • Customer site investigations

  • Product issue investigations

  • Reviews of water demand in ready-mix concrete

  • Plant moisture content testing

  • Reviews of site practices and procedures

  • Delivery and transport practice assessments

  • Product consistency reviews and variance investigations

Quality & Safety Leadership

• Raise NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports) and Near Hits where appropriate.

• Challenge behaviours that negatively impact safety or quality standards.

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

• Provide leadership that motivates teams and drives high performance.

Coaching & Development

• Support the development of Quality Control Technicians, Operations Teams, Production Teams and Drivers.

• Identify training needs and provide coaching, mentoring and technical guidance.

• Assist in supervising Quality Control and Laboratory Technicians where required.

Laboratory Management

• Maintain laboratory facilities, equipment and testing environments.

• Oversee trial laboratories, specimen preparation and curing laboratories.

• Ensure testing facilities remain compliant, organised and operational.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a proactive and organised professional with a passion for quality and technical excellence.

Essential Skills & Attributes

• Experience in construction materials testing, quality control or laboratory environments.

• Strong understanding of British Standards and quality procedures.

• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving ability.

• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.

• Computer literate with the ability to maintain accurate records and reports.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.

• Flexible and committed approach to work, including occasional work outside standard hours.

• Ability to work independently or as part of a wider technical team.

• Strong leadership, coaching and mentoring capability.

What's in It for You?

At Heidelberg Materials, you'll be joining a business committed to quality, innovation and continuous improvement. You'll have the opportunity to work on diverse projects, influence operational standards, and develop your career within one of the industry's most respected organisations.

This role offers the chance to make a real impact by ensuring our products, processes and services continue to meet the highest standards expected by our customers.

Ready to help shape the quality standards of a market-leading business? Apply today and build your future with Heidelberg Materials.