Our Highway Laboratory provides specialist testing and advice on the suitability and use of construction materials as well as approval testing on new construction and investigations of older roads to inform best remedial options. We carry out materials testing both inside and outside the laboratory to deliver the requirements of the service. Testing is carried out using a range of specialist equipment and tools following published standards and in-house methods.
Main Responsibilities
In this role, you will undertake a wide variety of laboratory and site testing, meaning that days are often varied, work is both pre-planned and reactive with the need to respond quickly to a priority requirement.
* You will learn various test methods under the instruction of senior staff and demonstrate competence via a process of internal auditing.
* You will carry out laboratory testing involving sample receipt, preparation, testing and data processing on a range of materials, soils, aggregates, bituminous materials, and concrete.
* You will carry out field testing on natural ground and man-made highways construction materials, which may involve sampling materials from stockpiles or operating trailer-mounted coring rigs.
The Ideal Candidate
* While a working knowledge or experience in the testing of soils and construction materials or site investigations and in-situ testing of soils and other materials is beneficial.
* You will demonstrate an ability to work within a team to meet changing workload requirements, and the ability to work well on your own.
* You will be willing to learn new things and undertake training and assessment.
* You have good time management.
* You will be happy to work both inside and outdoors; this may be on construction sites, on the highways, or undeveloped land.
* You have good attention to detail; the results determined from laboratory testing have major real-world implications.
* You have practical ability and problem-solving skills.
* You have ICT skills competent with software packages such as Microsoft Office.
We’re happy to talk flexible working.
Should you have any further questions about the role, or would like an informal discussion prior to applying, please contact Ian Freestone or Gillian Starling (Testing Manager) on 01785 277360 or by email: ian.freestone@staffordshire.gov.uk or gillian.starling@staffordshire.gov.uk.
Interviews will be carried out week commencing 24th November 2025.
Link to walk through of the laboratory to give you an idea of what it is like: https://youtu.be/VAxwGQOjHW4
Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.
About Staffordshire County Council
We are no ordinary county council.
Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities. We offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
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