Purpose of the role We have an opportunity for a Product Development Technician for concrete to join our small team at our Chipping Sodbury laboratory. Conduct fresh and hardened concrete testing to support the business line in development of high performing concrete mixes to UKAS standards. Assist in assessment of primary and secondary aggregates, admixtures and novel concrete ingredients. The successful candidate will be able to work to UKAS standards and assist the Senior Technician. Key Accountabilities Production and testing of bespoke concrete solutions Assessment of ingredients on concrete performance Maintain equipment and facilities in good working order Conduct sample visits Maintain a safe and healthy work environment Manage stock levels of equipment, cements, aggregates and admixtures to ensure efficient use of lab time Maintain all required Health & Safety and Quality records The post holder will be able to demonstrate familiarity with Microsoft Office applications as well as SAP and Contessa, although training will be provided. What's on Offer Salary : £26,500 - £28,500 Dependent on experience Hours : 40 pw Schedule : 8am- 4:30pm - 30 minutes lunch unpaid Overime : Paid overtime available * 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