Construction Materials Technician – Site Based in Cork

About the role

We are seeking a Construction Materials Technician to join our team at Breedon Surfacing Solutions in Cork. In this site‑based position you will work closely with the contract surfacing division and be responsible for the on‑site testing of bituminous products.

Key responsibilities

• Test and sample aggregate, bituminous and unbound earthworks materials, including material laying records, temperature checks, compaction control testing with an electrostatic density gauge, rolling straight‑edge testing, surface macro‑texture testing (sand‑patch), binder content and grading, both in the laboratory and on‑site.
• Maintain a safe and tidy workspace and ensure all testing equipment is kept in good condition.
• Follow company and accrediting‑body quality procedures to uphold quality standards.
• Record sample details on test record sheets and electronic software programmes.
• Assist with the calibration of all testing equipment and prepare for inspections from independent accrediting bodies.
• Undertake daily equipment checks and provide technical cover for other contracts within Southern Ireland when required.

Required profile

• Educated to Leaving Certificate standard (or equivalent).
• Experience working in a team environment, providing information and support to colleagues.
• Flexibility to work night shifts or weekends if required.
• Full driving licence.
• Desirable: experience, knowledge and understanding of on‑site testing, particularly highway contracts and surfacing.
• Desirable: previous experience in sampling and testing construction materials or transferable skills.
• Desirable: awareness of safe work practices on construction sites or production depots.
• Desirable: physical ability to handle bulky materials and operate mechanical equipment such as an asphalt road coring drill.

Required skills

• Electrostatic density gauge operation
• Rolling straight‑edge testing
• Surface macro‑texture (sand‑patch) testing
• Binder content analysis and grading
• Calibration of testing equipment
• Operation of asphalt road coring drill

What we offer

• 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Competitive salary and tailored benefits
• Company pension scheme and life assurance
• Private medical insurance and employee assistance programme
• One paid day per year for charity volunteering plus fund‑matching up to £200
• Enhanced parental leave policy and ShareSave scheme
• Bike to Work scheme and access to employee discounts
• Broad learning opportunities, training and clear career progression pathways