Materials Technician - London, United Kingdom - Appcastenterprise

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Job Introduction
We are seeking an individual to work at our UKAS accredited Materials testing Lab


Flexible working:
We welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. This might be part-time, remote working, or compressed hours for example. Anyone who applies for arole can ask about flexibility at interview. In return, we will explore what is possible for the role.


Flexible working:
We welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. This might be part-time, remote working, or compressed hours for example. Anyone who applies for a role can ask about flexibility at interview. In return, we will explore whatis possible for the role.


Role Responsibility
Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out a range of soils/aggregates and concrete laboratory tests
  • Carry out a range of soil/aggregates/concrete in situ tests in a construction environment
  • Carry out materials sampling and sample management
  • Keep accurate and legible records of all works undertaken
  • Keep accurate and legible administrative records
  • Work to documented QA/QC systems include UKAS
  • Works to published technical specifications and standards
  • Identify and manage risk in all work activities
  • Manage and maintain company equipment
  • Manage and maintain company vehicles
  • Liaise with client representatives on testing requirements
  • Flexibility in location to suit operational needs
  • Basic equipment calibration when required
  • Must be dependable in order to cover clients' needs
  • Must be willing to learn and adapt to operational needs
  • Experience in tunneling, earthworks and Concrete would be of advantage
  • Variety of relevant testing experience
  • Good communication skills, both written and verbally
  • Ability to work individually and as part of a team
  • Reliable with excellent timekeeping
  • Willingness to work overtime which may also include weekend and/or night working
  • A full driving license is essential.
  • Preferably an industry accredited safety training eg. CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme)
  • Experience in tunneling, earthworks and Concrete would be of advantage

About the Company
The role will work on the HS2 project. HS2 is the UK's new high speed rail network. It will be a catalyst for economic growth across Britain, freeing up space on the existing railways and connecting 8 out of the UK's 10 biggest cities with fast, reliableand frequent high speed services

The Skanska | Costain | STRABAG (SCS JV) is delivering the HS2 London Tunnels Contract.

Scope of works includes twin-bored tunnels (TBM), SCL tunnels, shaft sinking, bridge demolition and reconstruction, services diversions, earthworks and the constructionof site compounds.

You'll be a welcomed member of the wider team, with opportunities to take on additional responsibility, join one of our networks for women, military or LGBT+ staff, and participate in cultural and social events with the local community (e.g. as a STEM ambassador).

Your personal and professional development is important to us.

We welcome a discussion about how we can support you with further study, or professional membership or attainment for example.


It is an SCSJV requirement that all employees, Design House,and Supply Chains must implement and comply with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System with guidance for use", OHSAS 18001:2017Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Information Security Management System, Policies, Plans, Procedures and Processes, and statutory requirements as they affect the Joint Venture 's operations and ensure that the requirements,as applicable within their discipline, are effectively implemented on the project.

Develop a culture of safety on the project through the absolute commitment to the Zero Accidents target and ethos, and develops a wider awareness of quality, environmental issuesand demonstrates commitment to achieve continual improvement and Zero tolerance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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