Level 3 Construction Materials Testing Technician Apprentice

To be aware of all aspects of personal safety and the use of safety equipment. Materials Testing/Laboratory Technician will be responsible for conducting daily laboratory tests to qualify materials for dispatch. Test materials used as raw materials for qualities such as purity, particle size distribution, placement, strength, and density. This is a hand-on role that will require some manual handling. Understand all internationally recognised and customer specific testing standards and frequencies. Provide technical support and assistance. Complete technical requests and compile reports based on the interpretation of the findings. Understand how to operate lab testing equipment such as sieve shakers, kilns, compressing and flexural rigs, mixers, and vibrating tables. Record all test data in the required format. Orders and inventories of laboratory materials Assist with Lab trials to match the customers’ specifications and performance requirements with help of the Lab Manager/ Concrete Technicians. Once trained on specific tasks, the role will involve working under your own initiative at times. Working on all aspects of the laboratory functions will be required, and this will involve routine tasks. 

Training:

You’ll devote a minimum of 6 hours of your working week on ‘off the job’ training either on site or at home. This can include theory training (for example, virtual lessons & online learning), alongside practical training (for example shadowing, mentoring, & time spent writing assignments.

Training Outcome:

There’s no limit to what you can achieve while working with Master Builders Solutions. Their team is at the heart of what they do, and they are looking for someone who wants to play a key part in that long term. 
 
After the apprenticeship and successful completion of your qualification, we hope to be able to offer you the opportunity to become an integral member of the Master Builders Solutions.

Employer Description:
Master Builders Solutions is a leading provider of concrete admixtures and other construction solutions worldwide. With over a century of experience in the construction industry and a comprehensive portfolio of product offerings, we leverage cutting-edge technologies, a global community of experts who are at the core of our business, as well as in-depth knowledge of local building needs to provide innovative and sustainable solutions. In this role, you’ll be a key player in conducting daily laboratory tests to qualify materials for dispatch. Complete technical requests and compile reports based on the interpretation of the findings and assist with Laboratory trials to match the customers’ specifications and performance requirements with help of the Lab Manager/ Concrete Technicians. Its a hands on, dusty environment with some lifting involved (up to 25kg). With that in mind Master Builders Solutions are looking for anyone who has a real eagerness to learn, has a keen interest in construction and materials and is enthusiastic about this great opportunity to join their business.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 36 hours per week (minimum of 6 hours theory) 8:00am - 4:00pm

Skills:
Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working