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At Tarmac,
‘Who you are’ matters. We want to get to know you. If you share our values and are proud of a job well done, collaborative in working well with others, and ambitious to make things better, then have a read of what we have on offer.
We are currently looking for a Technician (Aggregates and Asphalt) to join our friendly team based at Tarmac Clitheroe Asphalt Plant, Clitheroe, Lancashire. This role is easily accessible from Blackburn, Burnley, Nelson, Skipton, Preston, Haslingden, and the surrounding areas.
Here at Tarmac, we are working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment, and it’s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.
Main Responsibilities
Reporting directly to the Senior Technician, the role of Technician (Aggregates and Asphalt) will be responsible for:
* Sampling and testing of various construction materials (aggregates and asphalt) on a daily basis where accuracy will be paramount.
* Testing will be carried out to the highest safety standards and within your manual handling capabilities.
* Visiting other Tarmac sites to carry out sampling and testing duties as needed.
* The majority of material testing will be within the laboratory, involving ovens, furnaces, sieves (with a mechanical shaker), weighing apparatus, chemicals, and other scientific equipment.
* Ensuring the quality of materials is monitored at all times for both internal and external customers.
* Adhering to company Health and Safety procedures at all times.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have laboratory experience gained within the construction sector and will possess knowledge of aggregate and/or asphalt testing and production. We welcome applications from candidates without experience, as full training will be provided.
This Technician role is hands-on and site-based — it involves wearing PPE and working in a small team closely supporting our operational asphalt plants.
Suitable candidates will:
* Be hardworking and self-motivated.
* Have excellent communication skills to liaise with stakeholders of varying seniority levels.
* Be accurate and detail-oriented.
* Have the ability to identify potential risks/issues (training provided).
* Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
* Be IT literate.
* Possess good numerical skills for handling calculations and interpreting results.
* Be flexible in their working approach.
* Be health and safety conscious.
Why Tarmac
In addition to the Technician (Aggregates and Asphalt) role, we offer extensive career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives, and benefits including:
* Bonus scheme
* Enhanced holiday entitlement
* Contributory pension scheme
* Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers and holidays
* Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
* Participation in Employee Communities (networks) such as REACH (Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage), LGBTQ+, Parents & Carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female Voice, and Menopause
* Training and development opportunities
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