Materials Laboratory Testing Technician

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Full time
Location: Edinburgh
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Job offered by: Tarmac Trading Limited
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Start your career journey with Tarmac as a

Apprentice Technician ! In this hands-on role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring the quality of our products and improving our processes. Through this exciting apprenticeship, you will gain technical knowledge about our manufacturing operations, learn data analysis skills, and deliver outstanding customer service. While working on-site, you will also complete a

Professional Technical Development Programme , designed to give you the foundation to thrive in the construction and materials industry. Key Responsibilities

Conduct product sampling and testing to ensure our products meet quality standards. Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment. Keep accurate records and analyse data to support product improvements. Build relationships with customers, technical teams, and other departments. Assist with investigations into customer complaints to identify solutions. Tackle both indoor and outdoor tasks – it won’t always be glamorous, but your safety is our top priority. The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone who is: Practical

– Enjoys hands-on work in a variety of environments, from on-site operations to office settings. A good communicator

– Able to collaborate effectively with operational teams, stakeholders, and customers. Eager to develop

– Self-driven to grow both technical and professional skills through on-the-job learning and formal education. Detail-oriented

– Capable of maintaining accurate records and delivering high-quality work. Safety-focused

– Committed to upholding a safe and secure working environment. Additional Requirements

Qualifications:

Scottish National 5 (N5) A-C in English and Maths are preferred, but Grade D or equivalent will also be considered, with additional support provided. Applicants must be willing to work both indoors and outdoors, adapting to the challenges of each environment. Why Us

In addition to practical experience, you will: Work to a tailored

Individual Development Plan (IDP) , supported by your Line Manager, to track your progress and identify growth opportunities. Build core technical skills and knowledge about the mineral and construction products industry. Be in a supportive culture where safety, development, and collaboration are prioritised. What We Offer

A structured apprenticeship with real career progression opportunities. A chance to work in a safety-first, inclusive environment where your development matters.

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Industry: Construction
Specialties: Aggregates, Asphalt, Blended cement, Concrete, Contracting
Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees
Annual Revenue: £2BN
Founded: 2015
Address: T3 Trinity Park, Bickenhill Lane, Solihull, West Midlands, GB, B37 7ES

Tarmac, a CRH company, is the UK’s leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business. Tarmac combines the knowledge and expertise of two of the construction industry’s most iconic brands: Tarmac, the pioneers of the modern asphalt road 120 years ago, and Blue Circle, the company that patented Portland Cement.      Our innovative products and solutions not only safely deliver the infrastructure needed to grow the UK economy today but also help to create a more sustainable built environment for the country’s long-term future. Tarmac has an ambitious target to reduce CO₂ emissions by 30% by 2030 and reach net zero before 2050. We have contributed to some of the UK’s biggest construction and infrastructure projects. These include HS2, The Sainsbury Laboratory, Wembley Stadium, Heathrow Terminal 5, Blackpool Sea Defences, The Shard and London 2012.    Tarmac directly employs around 5,500 people across a nationwide network of over 350 sites. Our solutions span aggregates, asphalt, cement, readymix concrete, offsite manufacture, road contracting, highways maintenance and infrastructure services, building products and recycling services. This unique combination of people, technology and assets enables us to offer customers unrivalled choice, innovation and flexibility.   

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