Purpose of the role Routine sampling, field testing and specimen preparation of concrete, asphalt and aggregates in accordance with European standards and company procedures Investigate quality issues at relevant sites and depots under their control Key accountabilities Profit improvement arising from optimisation of constituent materials, mix selection and effective statistical process control Maximising the contribution of the technical department towards ensuring cost effective product manufacture with the correct balance of supplier/customer risk Establishing and maintaining product quality levels consistent with commercial/operational drivers and customer requirements Promoting innovation in the field of materials design and application Administering high quality, multi product technical support to Trading, Concrete, Operations, Contracting and external customers And any other duties as requested by your manager Essential Driving Licence (maximum 6 points) 6 Months technical experience, with appropriate skills in practical application of routine sampling and testing procedures confirmed by NVQ level 2 Flexible and committed approach and the ability to work outside normal hours Computer literate Organised, ability to prioritize and make decisions Good communicator and team player at all levels Education/Qualification 5 GCSE's at Grade A-C to include Maths and English, or equivalent What's on Offer * Employer of choice : Armed Forces Covenant (Silver) / Disability Confident Committed / 5% Club (Platinum) / Mates in Mind / Clear Assured (Foundation) / The Mineral Products and Qualification Council (MPQC) / STEM Ambassador * Compensation Package : Bonus incentives / Generous Pension Schemes / Life Assurance * Work Life Balance : 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) / Agile working / Flexible working / Holiday purchase / Sabbatical * Family Friendly : Enhanced policies such as Maternity / Paternity / Parental Leave / Neonatal / Adoption/IVF/Menopause * Social Value : paid Volunteering Day every year / Communities (LGBTQ, Network of Woman, Woman in Science and Engineering (STEM), Armed Forces) * Wellbeing : Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) / Mental Health First Aiders / Cycle to Work / Employee Benefits portal including Gym discount / Free eye tests / Discounted Private Medical cover