Technical Specialist - Concrete Location: Southern Region South Coast Bristol, Oxford Reading excluding London Package: Company Car Competitive Salary Performance Bonus Heidelberg Materials is seeking a knowledgeable and driven Technical Specialist to support the delivery of high-quality, compliant concrete solutions across a defined geographical region. This role is central to our commitment to innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. About the Role As a Technical Specialist, you'll ensure our concrete products meet specification requirements, offer alternatives where needed, and support the development of value-added and branded products. You'll work closely with sales, operations, and customers to promote low-carbon concretes and enhance our commercial offering. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the regional Technical Strategy and Market Plans Ensuring compliance with British and European standards, QSRMC regulations, and internal quality systems Managing material costs and driving product quality and innovation Investigating and resolving customer quality complaints Delivering technical training to internal teams and customers Promoting the growth of value-added products and services What We're Looking For Strong technical knowledge of concrete, cement, aggregates, and construction materials Experience in technical sales or customer-facing technical roles Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deliver high-quality support Analytical mindset with a focus on cost-effective manufacturing Commitment to Health & Safety, quality assurance, and continuous improvement Why Join Us? Be part of a market-leading technical team Drive innovation in sustainable construction materials Benefit from a company car, competitive salary, and performance bonus Work in a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and development Rewards & Benefits We're proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, with accreditations including: Armed Forces Covenant (Gold) | Disability Confident | 5% Club (Platinum) | Mates in Mind | Clear Assured | STEM Ambassador | MPQC Member Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase, and sabbatical options, Season and travel ticket loans Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more) Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities