MCD Ground Solutions is an industry leading support services company, providing theconstructionsector witha range of site investigation services. We undertake drilling, in-situ testing, technical labour, sampling,monitoringand surveyingthroughout the UK.
We are currently looking for atrainee level ground investigationsitetestingtechnician to be a permanent member of the MCD team! We are looking foracompetent, hard-working individual who enjoysworking in an outdoor environment. Wewelcomeindividuals who are eager to learn new skills, including the ability to usea range ofhigh-specin-situ testing andgeotechnical drilling equipment and who are happy to work in a fast-paced, ever-growing industry. They will be joining our small team of friendly and enthusiastic technicians.
Why work for MCD?
We believe that our team should be valued,supportedand rewarded. Therefore,MCDare proud to offer anindustryleading benefits package!
In additionto offering competitive salaries,employeesbenefit from paid overtimeand industry-leadingmaternityand paternity pay which includes, after qualifying period,paternity payat full pay for 3 weeks and statutory pay for a further week; maternity payfrom 100% salary for 10 weeks, 75% of salary for 8 weeksand50% salaryfor 8 weeks.
Employeesare added to ourbenefits and rewards platform which gives access to hundreds ofretailer discounts and cashback.Our teamalso have thechance to choose from a range of leisure subscriptions, including:
* Beauty Subscriptions
* Spotify
* Coffee Subscriptions
* Cinema Membership
We understand that work-life balanceis vital to ensure happy and healthy workforce, and while working away from home is a part of this role, we also offer generous holiday allowancewhich increases with tenure, anadditionalbirthday holiday and discretionary Christmas shutdown days.
Employees can access our online mental health support (Employee Assistance Programme) andbenefit from in-house support from mental health champions.
We also recognise the importance of structured training and career progression. We are a small team so can invest time and money intoensuring our employees have theright tools and training needed to perform to the best of their ability.Standard trainingincludesfirst aid, manual handling,asbestos awareness.Additionaltraining can include NPORS excavator ticket, NVQs andpost-graduate degrees, if applicable.
What will our Site Technician be doing day-to-day?
Our site technicians will be working on various outdoor sitesidentifiedfor future development, currently being developed or other environments such ashighwaysandMOD bases. They will be working as part of a team and reporting toasenior technician, who will also provide guidance and training, following our settraining plan.
The main duties and responsibilities will include:
* On-site ground investigations to include:
* Second man on a window sampling drillingrig;
* Hand dugexcavations;
* Foundation/utility inspectionpits;
For the right candidate there will be opportunities to progress to Window Sampling Drillingas a lead drilleror on-site testing such as Plate Load Testing.
There is no experiencerequiredfor this position as MCD will provide all necessary trainingforthe employeetoundertake all thenecessaryservices we provide to our clients. We are simply looking for individuals with good communication skills (written and verbal);competent using touch screen tablets;who can work well as part of a team and independently in an outdoor environment; have a positive attitude to health and safety, and who are reliable, punctual, enthusiast and self-motivated.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK andhold a full UK driving license. There will be occasions when work dictates work acrossthe country so working away from home will be essential. A CSCS card is desirable but not essential.
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