Concrete Technician

SRC Group

  • Colchester, Essex
  • £28,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 days ago
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  • Daily liaising with Technical Manager (TM), Senior Technician (ST), Concrete batchers & drivers, and customers
  • Sampling and testing concrete on site - Consistence, air content, plastic density, temperature and making of
test cubes, including subsequent demoulding & curing
  • Sampling of recycled water.
  • Sampling & labelling of aggregates -
o Delivery of samples for external testing
o Testing of samples for internal purposes; Particle Size Distribution, Moisture, Chloride
  • Calibration of laboratory / test equipment.
  • Density & Compressive testing of concrete cubes.
  • Moisture, Density & Compressive testing of concrete blocks
  • Data entry on to control systems and first line reporting.
  • Assisting with lab / plant trials and testing
  • Answering customer (and potential customer) product enquiries, including the referral to TM/ST where
necessary.
  • Monitoring and testing of water (quarry & landfill samples & meters etc.)
  • Gas meter readings
  • Challenge behaviours which demonstrate a negative attitude towards product quality & conformity.
  • To comply with the Laboratory Procedures Manual and the Quality Manual in support of the Company's
Quality Objectives
  • To act in accordance with the Company's Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures and
practices, highlighting any issues appropriately.
  • Update areas of knowledge as required to carry out the job correctly.
  • Attend development / training courses (internal & external) as required.
  • Investigate & feed back to TM/ST on quality issues seen at concrete plants & customer sites
  • To perform duties as directed by Technical Manager and Senior Technician
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
  • A proven track record in a technical function, although full training will be given to the successful applicant
to develop your skills.
  • Flexible.
  • Good telephone manner
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Flexibility to undertake a wide variety of administration tasks
  • Strong literacy and numeracy and communication skills.
  • Flexibility and willingness to travel between sites.
  • You will be highly organised paying attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work individually under your own initiative and as part of a team
  • Must have full driving license
  • A real drive for results with a high level of customer focus
Salary 28k to 30kRELATIONSHIPS:
  • Responsible to: Technical Manager plus Senior Technician (in a supervisory role)
  • Responsible for: None
  • Liaison with: Directors, Managers, Customers, Supplier
Department Crown Head Office Locations ColchesterContact Technical Manager - Ready-Mix ConcreteColleaguesColchesterPerks & BenefitsTrainingSRC Group is committed to the continuous training and development of its employees,both in the area of job-related skills training and lifelong learning for personal development.SRC Group's employees are our greatest assets and helping them to develop is crucial to the achievement of the our goals. All training practices and procedures will endeavor to support individuals to strive to achieve these goals.PensionWe offer a salary sacrifice pension scheme which is a tax efficient way for you to make pension contributions.Retail DiscountsSRC Employees can save money with access to hundreds of retail discounts, including grocery e-vouchers which can be used in-store or online.Saving money on a wide range of activities to keep the family entertained without leaving the house. There's also access to discounts from most major travel agents.On Demand GPSRC employees has access to medical advice with the OnDemand GP service, they have access to video consultations with GPs, prescriptions which can be sent to your local pharmacy. This service is also available to partners and dependents who live in your household.Employee Assistance ProgrammeThere is a free confidential 24 hour telephone service for employees, their immediate family and children in full time education.SRC Group recognises there can be times when additional support is needed for employees and managers alike. Balancing the pressures of work with the needs of home and personal life can be at times, stressful.SRC Group also have fully trained Mental Health First Aiders available.HealthSRC Group are committed to the health of all employees. We provide a confidential health surveillance service which to enable you and SRC Group to identify and monitor on- going health needs and requirements.We also provide gym discounts at over 3000 health and leisure centres.Employee Reward & RecognitionAs an employee, you can recognise Team Members for their hard work with personalised e-cards. These can also be supplemented by management with financial rewards. So your hard work never goes unnoticed.Long service awardsEmployees are recognised with a long service award at different stages in their career.CharitySRC Group support a number of charities such as Essex Air Ambulance to smaller local charities. We hold fundraising events such as Three Peaks challenge and all employees can join in the fun!Equality and DiversityWe believe that there are no gender specific roles in this industry. To help reflect this we've increased the visibility of our female workforce and showcase the successful women already working on our sites.Workplace & CultureAt SRC Group we believe that every employee is key to helping us succeed as a business and fulfil our goals, and we strive to create a great place to work for our employees.SRC Group are an equal opportunities employer, and seek to provide opportunities and high standards of training based on individuals' abilities and experiences.About ​SRC GroupSRC Group is a one stop shop for all your construction needs!We are a leading supplier of construction materials and waste solutions throughout London and the Southeast.Our experienced and skilled contracting department are available for all your demolition requirements.As a family run business with many ties in the Home Counties area, SRC Group prides itself on providing a reliable service and quality materials to all its customers.Founded in 1994 careersite--jobs--form-overlay#showFormOverlay">Apply for this job jobs--overlay#closeOverlay">Crown Head Office · ColchesterConcrete TechnicianAn exciting opportunity to work for a family owned dynamic and growing business.Loading application formCareer site
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