About this role
This is a temporary Earthworks Technician role based at Heathrow, carrying out on-site and laboratory testing of soils and aggregates on live construction projects. You will sample materials, carry out and record tests accurately, and report any non-conforming results to engineers and site management. Soil testing covers moisture content, Atterberg limits, particle size distribution, compaction, California Bearing Ratio and in-situ density using sand replacement or a nuclear gauge to the relevant BS 1377 standards. Aggregate testing includes particle size distribution, flakiness index, particle density and water absorption, moisture content, Los Angeles abrasion and crushing and impact value to the relevant BS EN standards. Salary is £17 - £20/annum, with a van and fuel card provided. Applicants must hold a valid UK passport to complete the vetting process.
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Earthworks Technician to carry out on-site and laboratory testing of soils and aggregates on live construction projects. You will sample materials, carry out and record tests accurately, and report any non-conforming results to engineers and site management. Soil tests include moisture content (BS 1377-2), Atterberg limits (BS 1377-2), particle size distribution (BS 1377-2), compaction (BS 1377-4), California Bearing Ratio (BS 1377-4) and in-situ density using sand replacement or a nuclear gauge (BS 1377-9). Aggregate tests include particle size distribution (BS EN 933-1), flakiness index (BS EN 933-3), particle density and water absorption (BS EN 1097-6), moisture content (BS EN 1097-5), Los Angeles abrasion (BS EN 1097-2) and aggregate crushing and impact value (BS (Apply online only)/112). Applicants must hold a valid UK passport to complete the vetting process.