Trainee Material Test Technician

at  Balfour Beatty

About the role
We currently have an excellent opportunity for a Trainee Materials Testing Technician to join our UK Construction team!
Material testing technicians perform a variety of tests on materials such as soils, concrete, masonry and asphalt, in the construction environment in order to verify conformance to intended usage cases and specifications.
The role would initially be based from our site based materials testing laboratory in Falkirk, however this is not a fixed base and you may required to work in other locations within Scotland to support construction sites. You would work under the supervision and direction on the Materials Testing Manager. Training would be provided in relation to the role, related Health and Safety regulations, relevant and necessary protective gear required, such as protective goggles or other eye protection, hard hats, safety gloves.

What you’ll be doing

• Record test data: Record data which has been identified specifically during preceding tests in order to verify that outputs of the test produce specific results or to review the reaction of the subject under exceptional or unusual input.

Report test findings: Report test results with a focus on findings and recommendations, differentiating results by levels of severity. Include relevant information from the test plan and outline the test methodologies, using metrics, tables, and visual methods to clarify where needed.
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Apply safety procedures in laboratory: Make sure that laboratory equipment is used in a safe manner and the handling of samples and specimens is correct. Work to ensure the validity of results obtained in research.
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Use testing equipment: Use equipment to test performance and operation of machinery.
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Maintain test equipment: Maintain equipment used for testing the quality of systems and products.
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- Operate scientific measuring equipment: Operate devices, machinery, and equipment designed for scientific measurement. Scientific equipment consists of specialised measuring instruments refined to facilitate the acquisition of data
Who we’re looking for
All candidates will be considered for this position who have a keen interest in joining Balfour Beatty as a trainee, with the view to progressing their career in the materials sector. Driving license essential due to the nature of the work and travelling between various sites in Scotland.
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

What you’ll be doing

• Record test data: Record data which has been identified specifically during preceding tests in order to verify that outputs of the test produce specific results or to review the reaction of the subject under exceptional or unusual input

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more