Job Description
We are currently looking to recruit Senior Laboratory Technicians at laboratories and projects throughout the UK.Locations include:HS2 South Laboratory, Aylesbury, OxfordshireHS2 North Laboratory, Greatworth, NorthamptonshireDevonport Docks, PlymouthHinkley Point C, Near Bridgwater, SomersetKilsyth Laboratory, ScotlandInverness Laboratory, ScotlandThe roles require a suitable candidate with extensive experience in materials related testing ranging from Concrete, Soils, and Aggregates. Candidate will need to be flexible as there maybe a requirement to support the wider materials team within the business.Making Possible Setting a personal example in safety mattersAssist with day to day running of mobile site testing/laboratory testing including organising workload, on site sampling and testing. Liaising with laboratory manager to ensure the provision of testing capabilities.Communicating regularly and effectively with internal/external site engineering staff on priorities and testing requirements as and when requiredProduction of test reports/certificates to client.Deliver training/proficiency checks to/for laboratory personnelEnsure that site sampling and laboratory testing is carried out to high standards of safety, quality and efficiencyEnsure that adequate and proper records are kept and filed correctly to satisfy the requirements of the laboratory management system and UKAS requirementsEnsure that sampling and testing is carried out to the appropriate British/European StandardsEnsure test equipment is checked, cleaned and maintained to an acceptable levelWhat do you bring to the role?
Educated to Level 3 NVQ standard or similar experience.SMSTS or SSSTS an advantageCSCS cardDriving LicenceSoils sampling and site/laboratory testing in accordance with BS 1377; minimum proficiency including use of Nuclear Density Gauge, In-situ Plate Load Apparatus, In-situ Sand Replacement Density, earthworks and laboratory shear strength triaxial testing LaboratoryMaterials/Aggregate sampling/laboratory testing in accordance with all relevant standardsConcrete/Spray Concrete sampling/testing in accordance with all relevant standardsThe applicant should have experience of a day to day supervisory role within permanent/site laboratory. Be able to cope with completion deadlines and contractual testing requirements. Organising staff and resources within a high pressure environment in order to cope with all volumes of testing specified.
Communicating daily duties to all staff members and ensuring all tests and site activities were completed within the contractual timescales.Knowledge of ISO 17025Whats in it for you? Competitive salaryA wide range of family-friendly policiesCompany car/car allowance/travel allowance8 % matched pension contributionsPrivate healthcareLife assurance26 days holiday2 wellbeing days1 volunteering dayPersonal and professional developmentAbout BAM Building a sustainable tomorrow. Thats our mission and our promise at BAM.
Its how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe.We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. Were on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.TPBN1_UKTJ