Concrete Technician

Concrete Technician, Denham, SOCOTEC.  Salary £26,000 for 40 hours with opportunities for overtime, plus new starter bonus worth £1000

We have a great opportunity for experienced Concrete Technicians to drive and deliver a major rail project as part of our industry leading Materials Testing team.

To support ambitious growth plans we are seeking Concrete Technicians to join our thriving and growing team. This opportunity will allow you to undertake field work and laboratory-based work and will play a role in the growth of this business stream.

With a focus on customer service and accuracy, you will represent SOCOTEC as a member of our on-site laboratory team to deliver our clients’ needs. Your responsibilities will include:-

• Sample and prepare materials for laboratory testing, including but not limited to concrete, soils, and aggregates within the laboratory and on-site
• Complete sample collections, tests and other tasks accurately
• Work safely in line with company and customer protocols

We are a fast growing business and industry leaders; that means we are able to offer a wide range of career opportunities. SOCOTEC are the UK's leading provider of testing, inspection and compliance services. We offer an unrivalled range of technical expertise and services through a nationwide network of UKAS-accredited laboratories, consultancy services and field-based operations.  By joining us you’ll be part of a 1,700-strong team that helps the business carry out 7 million tests per year for 5,000 clients.

This role is based in Denham, Herts, with the opportunity for field-based work across SOCOTEC’s UK sites, so a full driving licence is essential. Our ideal candidate will have experience of concrete testing, and ideally a CSCS card.  

In return, in addition to a competitive salary with a paid lunch break, and plenty of opportunity for paid overtime, we offer free on-site parking, a 24/7 canteen, complimentary hot drinks in the lab, and all the benefits of working for a dynamic and growing organisation including generous holidays, company pension and discounts on high street shopping, as well as opportunities for training and development.

Think you’ve got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to your application.

About you:

We’re looking for a professional, dynamic and motivated individual with ability to work alone and as part of a team.  You are likely to have experience working in construction, materials testing or other industrial environment where health and safety is key.  You may be looking for a change of direction in you career.

We are looking for:-

• CSCS Card
• A full driving licence that is valid in the UK
• Enthusiasm & willingness to learn
• Mobility, flexibility and commitment

With over 100 years of history, SOCOTEC is the UK’s leading provider of testing, inspection and compliance services, operating across three sectors and offering an unrivalled range of technical expertise and accredited services, including consultancy. Proud of our innovative nature, customer focus and drive to continually improve, we put people at the heart of what we do, employing more than 1700 people throughout a nationwide network of UKAS accredited laboratories and offices, serving over 7000 customers.

SOCOTEC is an equal opportunities employer.