Quality Control Technician

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK.

We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development. We aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.

At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

Purpose of the role

It is the duties of the Quality Control Technician, to routinely inspect/test and take samples of concrete and aggregates in accordance with Heidelberg Materials UK company standards and those set-out by EDF. Manage and conduct all activities as stated within the operational procedures for, Health & Safety, Environmental, & Quality.

The key areas of responsibly are:

Health & Safety:

• H&S, Environmental, Quality

Testing & Quality Control:

• Perform laboratory and field tests on concrete and aggregate materials (e.g., Aggregate sampling, slump test, compressive strength).
• Ensure compliance with industry standards such as ASTM, BS EN, or local regulations.
• Analyse test data and prepare detailed reports.

Material Inspection:

• Inspect raw materials (cement, sand, Limestone, admixtures) for quality and suitability.
• Monitor on-site material deliveries and verify against specifications.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate logs, sampling data, Aggregate moisture testing

Compliance & Safety:

• Ensure all testing and sampling procedures follow safety protocols and regulatory standards.

Project Coordination:

• Participate in site visits to collect Aggregate samples and assess conditions.
• Adhere to EDF Code of Conduct for Sizewell C

Key Accountabilities

• To follow & comply with NNB Health & Safety procedures & Heidelberg Materials UK policies as to conform to the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974. Actively reporting Near Misses & issues to site management. Insuring all site personnel work in safe & responsible manner.
• To carefully inspect materials and to accurately sample and test them in accordance with approved procedures.
• Analyse concrete batch tickets to ensure compliance to the prescribed mix design
• To visually inspect and check all incoming raw materials and report discrepancies to the Production / Technical Manager immediately.
• To report any defect, action or occurrence that may jeopardise materials in any respect of health & safety, the environment, product quality and service.
• To be familiar with and ensure full compliance with EDF policies on health & safety, the environment, quality control, fraud prevention and the Competition Act (RTP).
• To ensure that the site, and associated buildings are kept in a clean, tidy and in a safe condition at all times.
• To maintain the security of the site
• To create and maintain, a working relationship between all third parties and contractors for everyone’s mutual benefit.
• To carry out additional duties as may from time to time be necessary.

Job Requirements

• Maximising the contribution of the technical departments towards ensuring cost effective product manufacture.
• Establishing and maintaining product quality levels consistent with commercial/operational drivers and customer requirements.
• Other duties as requested by your manager
• Carry out sampling, field testing and specimen preparation of Concrete and Quarry products in accordance with relevant British / European standards and company procedures.
• Review of water demands in RMC including plant M.C testing
• Review of site practice
• Review product consistence variances
• Challenge behaviours which demonstrate a negative attitude towards safety and/or quality.
• Assist with transportation of test specimens.

Education/Qualification

• Good general education required and large amount of health and safety regulations / Environmental compliance are required to be understood and carried out.
• Level 1 award training
• CSCS for construction sites and triple bar nuclear new build
• SSSTS (Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme) Optional
• NVQ qualification

What’s On Offer

• Employer of choice: Armed Forces Covenant (Silver) / Disability Confident Committed / 5% Club (Platinum) / Mates in Mind / Clear Assured (Foundation) / The Mineral Products and Qualification Council (MPQC) / STEM Ambassador
• Compensation Package: Bonus incentives / Generous Pension Schemes / Life Assurance
• Work Life Balance: 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) / Agile working / Flexible working / Holiday purchase / Sabbatical
• Family Friendly: Enhanced policies such as Maternity / Paternity / Parental Leave / Neonatal / Adoption/IVF/Menopause
• Social Value: paid Volunteering Day every year / Communities (LGBTQ+, Network of Woman, Woman in Science and Engineering (STEM), Armed Forces)
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) / Mental Health First Aiders / Cycle to Work / Employee Benefits portal including Gym discount / Free eye tests / Discounted Private Medical cover

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