Senior Field Materials Technician
🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 March 2026
LOCATION
Bristol
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£30,000 / year
CATEGORY
Construction
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion
SKILLS
Materials Testing
Construction Materials
Field Testing
Technical Specifications
Communication Skills
Problem-solving
Team Leadership
FULL DESCRIPTION
Senior Field Materials Technician
CTS Group · Bristol
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct on-site testing of construction materials (concrete, asphalt, soil, etc.) according to UK industry standards (BS, EN, ASTM).
- Perform tests including plate bearing tests, DCP’s, HSV’s, NDG’s, various asphalt related testing and concrete cube making.
- Record and evaluate material performance, ensuring compliance with project specifications.
- Maintain field-testing equipment.
- Collaborate with site teams to resolve material-related issues.
- Opportunity for progression to supervisory or management roles within the company.
Required:
- 5-7 years of field-based experience in materials testing, with 2+ years in a senior technician role.
- Strong knowledge of construction materials testing.
- Experience with field testing equipment.
- Ability to interpret technical specifications.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Strong commitment to quality and safety.
- Ability to lead a team of technicians
Working Conditions:
- Field-based role with possible UK-wide travel.
- Ability to work in various weather conditions and challenging environments.
- Occasional overnight stays may be required.
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