Materials Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3) - Hampshire County Council

With a highly varied workload, no two days are ever the same – you could be working on site collecting samples, at the laboratory testing them, or writing up reports and undertaking quality checks.  The role holder will be part of the materials testing team in the County Highways Laboratory, working alongside your colleagues to support and undertake the technical work of the laboratory on a day-to-day basis.  You will be working on behalf of our clients to carry out a range of road pavement investigations and materials testing activities both within the laboratory (based in Micheldever) and out in the field.

Training:

Start your career as a materials technician and gain hands-on experience supporting real testing and analysis in a laboratory or technical environment.

As part of this Level 3 Materials Technician apprenticeship, you’ll learn how to carry out tests, analyse data, and contribute to important projects, whether that’s in a laboratory or a more practical, site-based environment.

Over 20 months, you’ll combine day-to-day experience in your role with structured training delivered by expert tutors at Tiro. Our blended learning approach includes a mix of online sessions, in-person training, and hands-on support, alongside guidance from a dedicated mentor in the workplace.

You’ll spend at least 6 hours per week on off-the-job training, including virtual learning, practical activities, and applied assignments.

Training Outcome:

This apprenticeship will help you build the skills and experience needed to start your career as a materials technician and progress within the industry.

Through hands-on training, you’ll develop the competence and confidence to carry out laboratory testing and take on increasing responsibility in your role. This programme can also lead to professional recognition, such as becoming a Registered Science Technician (RSciTech).

You’ll gain experience that’s valued across a wide range of technical and scientific roles, opening up opportunities to grow and specialise in your chosen field.

If you choose to continue your development, you may also have the opportunity to progress onto higher-level qualifications, such as degree apprenticeships in Materials or Chemistry.

Employer Description:

Based just outside Winchester, the County Highways Laboratory provides testing for both local authorities and the private sector. The laboratory is equipped to conduct over 50 specialised tests and is staffed by a team of experts dedicated to excellence in testing and analysis. 

We are proud to be accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS); maintaining the highest levels of quality and reliability in our testing services. We check compliance against the required specifications and British / European Standards, therefore maximising safety and quality.

Working Hours :
Workings hours are 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative