Purpose of the role
It is the duties of the Quality Control Technician, to routinely inspect/test and take samples of concrete and aggregates in accordance with Heidelberg Materials UK company standards and those set-out by EDF. Manage and conduct all activities as stated within the operational procedures for, Health & Safety, Environmental, & Quality.
The key areas of responsibly are:
Health & Safety:
* H&S, Environmental, Quality
Testing & Quality Control:
* Perform laboratory and field tests on concrete and aggregate materials (e.g., Aggregate sampling, slump test, compressive strength).
* Ensure compliance with industry standards such as ASTM, BS EN, or local regulations.
* Analyse test data and prepare detailed reports.
Material Inspection:
* Inspect raw materials (cement, sand, Limestone, admixtures) for quality and suitability.
* Monitor on-site material deliveries and verify against specifications.
Documentation & Reporting:
* Maintain accurate logs, sampling data, Aggregate moisture testing
Compliance & Safety:
* Ensure all testing and sampling procedures follow safety protocols and regulatory standards.
Project Coordination:
* Participate in site visits to collect Aggregate samples and assess conditions.
* Adhere to EDF Code of Conduct for Sizewell C
Key accountabilities
* To follow & comply with NNB Health & Safety procedures & Heidelberg Materials UK policies as to conform to the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974. Actively reporting Near Misses & issues to site management. Insuring all site personnel work in safe & responsible manner.
* To carefully inspect materials and to accurately sample and test them in accordance with approved procedures.
* Analyse concrete batch tickets to ensure compliance to the prescribed mix design
* To visually inspect and check all incoming raw materials and report discrepancies to the Production / Technical Manager immediately.
* To report any defect, action or occurrence that may jeopardise materials in any respect of health & safety, the environment, product quality and service.
* To be familiar with and ensure full compliance with EDF policies on health & safety, the environment, quality control, fraud prevention and the Competition Act (RTP).
* To ensure that the site, and associated buildings are kept in a clean, tidy and in a safe condition at all times.
* To maintain the security of the site
* To create and maintain, a working relationship between all third parties and contractors for everyone's mutual benefit.
* To carry out additional duties as may from time to time be necessary.
Job requirements
* Maximising the contribution of the technical departments towards ensuring cost effective product manufacture.
* Establishing and maintaining product quality levels consistent with commercial/operational drivers and customer requirements.
* Other duties as requested by your manager
* Carry out sampling, field testing and specimen preparation of Concrete and Quarry products in accordance with relevant British / European standards and company procedures.
* Review of water demands in RMC including plant M.C testing
* Review of site practice
* Review product consistence variances
* Challenge behaviours which demonstrate a negative attitude towards safety and/or quality.
* Assist with transportation of test specimens.
Education/Qualification
* Good general education required and large amount of health and safety regulations / Environmental compliance are required to be understood and carried out.
* Level 1 award training
* CSCS for construction sites and triple bar nuclear new build
* SSSTS (Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme) Optional
* NVQ qualification
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