Our client, is currently seeking a dedicated Highways Laboratory Technician on a contract basis. This opportunity is an excellent chance to be involved in the critical examination and maintenance of highway conditions and infrastructure.

As part of this role, you should expect to carry out work within the following areas:

• Preparing surveys and gathering information essential to record the condition of highways and related sites
• Formatting information from surveys for use by designers, clients, and other stakeholders
• Liaising with relevant bodies (eg, contractors, public utilities) to gain site access as required
• Undertaking laboratory tests, recording results, and calibrating equipment
• Adhering to Health and Safety regulations for yourself and others at all times

• Working towards RQF level 4 or possessing equivalent experience in an appropriate field
• Appreciation of relevant technical standards, specifications, guidelines, best practices, quality procedures, and UKAS procedures
• Experience working in a Civil Engineering or related testing laboratory

• Confirming that equipment is calibrated and test conditions are correct
• Ensuring health and safety precautions, particularly traffic management, are in place to minimise risks
• Knowing when to refer matters to colleagues or line managers

• Split equally between office work and site work
• Involvement in working on live highways and construction sites, with some lone working
• Communicating with colleagues, contractors, and developers in a challenging environment
• Ability to fulfil the travel requirements of the role

If you have experience in the highways sector and are looking for a new contract opportunity, we encourage you to apply now. Join our client's dedicated team and contribute to essential highway maintenance and infrastructure projects.