Adecco
Site Technician – Construction Materials Testing
Location: Manchester (Depot Based)
Coverage Area: North west Preston, Lancaster, Crewe, Rochdale and surrounding areas
Hours: 40 hours per week Monday – Friday plut OT
Salary: starting £12.71 + Company Van + Training & Development
About the Role
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Site Technician to join a specialist team carrying out construction materials testing across a variety of construction and infrastructure projects throughout the North West.
This is a field-based role where you will travel to sites in a company van and conduct testing on construction materials to ensure they meet required specifications and quality standards. You will be based from the Manchester depot but spend the majority of your time working on-site.
One day you may be carrying out testing on a single site for the full day, while on other days you may visit multiple sites to complete different testing assignments.
Key Responsibilities
- Travel to construction sites across the region using a company van.
- Carry out testing and sampling of construction materials on-site.
- Accurately record test results and complete documentation.
- Ensure testing is carried out in line with industry standards and procedures.
- Work closely with site teams, contractors and colleagues.
- Maintain testing equipment and company vehicle.
- Follow all health, safety and quality procedures.
Training & Development
Full training will be provided. Successful candidates will work alongside an experienced technician before undertaking work independently.
This role offers genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing technical and testing environment.
Requirements
- Valid CSCS Card (essential).
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Comfortable travelling to construction sites throughout the North West.
- Good attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
What's on Offer?
- Company van provided.
- Comprehensive training programme.
- Structured career progression opportunities.
- Varied site-based work across multiple projects.
- Supportive and experienced team environment.
We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention
Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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