Soils & Materials Testing Technician
About Us:
DGL Testing Services Ltd is a UKAS-accredited testing company specialising in the testing of bituminous materials, soils, aggregates, and concrete used in road and highways construction. With a fully equipped laboratory in Newington, Sittingbourne, and on-site testing across the South of England, we work on a wide variety of projects delivering critical testing services to ensure construction quality and compliance.
The Role:
We are seeking a versatile and motivated Soils & Materials Testing Technician to join our team. This role will primarily focus on soils testing, with additional materials testing responsibilities when required. Testing is carried out both on-site and in our laboratory, and full training will be provided.
Key Responsibilities Include (but not limited to):
* Performing on-site and in-lab testing of soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt in accordance with current British and European Standards
* Collecting and testing soil samples using methods such as:
o Sand replacement (small and large cylinder)
o Core cutter for density
o Nuclear density and moisture testing
o Plate bearing and CBR testing
o Lightweight deflectometer (LWD), dynamic cone penetrometer (DCP), and hand shear vane (HSV)
* Conducting on-site compliance testing of construction materials (concrete cubes, fresh concrete, aggregates, etc.)
* Preparing accurate daily digital reports
* Travelling to multiple sites across the South-East of England
* Maintaining, cleaning, and checking the calibration of testing equipment
Candidate Profile:
We’re looking for someone who is:
* Ideally, experience in the construction testing industry, having carried out some or all of the testing described
* Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
* Detail-oriented with excellent record-keeping skills
* Physically fit and capable of working on active construction sites
* Flexible with working hours, including nights and weekends
* In possession of a full UK driving licence
* (Optional but beneficial) Holder of a current CSCS card
Skills & Attributes:
* Strong numerical and analytical skills
* Practical and hands-on approach to problem-solving
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail
* Good communication and time management skills
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary
* 21 days paid holiday plus bank holidays
* Company vehicle and fuel card for business use
* Comprehensive in-house and external training with certification
* Full PPE provided
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