As a Trainee Field Technician, you will work on active construction sites, supporting the testing and inspection of materials to ensure they meet required quality and safety standards. This is a hands on role carried out entirely in a site environment. Key Responsibilities Assist with on-site testing of construction materials such as concrete, soil, asphalt, and aggregates Carry out basic field tests under supervision (e.g. concrete slump tests, soil compaction checks) Collect and label samples from site for further testing Accurately record test data and observations Set up testing equipment on-site Follow all health and safety procedures and site rules Work closely with other technicians and site engineers Requirements GCSEs (or equivalent), particularly in Maths and Science Full UK driving licence (preferred due to travel between sites) Valid CSCS card (or willingness to obtain one) Skills & Attributes Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions Good attention to detail Basic numeracy and record-keeping skills Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious
Our Values
Think Customer
Our customer is the focus of everything we do and through them we maximise our reputation and growth.
Speed and Agility
Own it. Be Bold. Take Action. Get it done.
Be Transparent
We are open and honest and act with integrity at all times.
Work Together
We work and collaborate as one team and look out for our fellow colleagues.
Act Responsibly
Fearless in taking accountability, we give responsibility to other and treat everyone with courtesy dignity and respect.
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We celebrate our achievements, learn from our experiences, and take pride in all we do.
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.
