Geotechnical Laboratory Technician

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STRUCTURAL SOILS Ltd, a member of RSK Group Ltd, is a site investigation contractor that for over 50 years has provided comprehensive site and ground investigation services in the UK and Europe. Due to increasing workload an exciting opportunity has become available for a Laboratory Technician to join the team in the Castleford.

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Suitable candidates will ideally need to be able to demonstrate previous laboratory experience or have an interest in a career working in a soil laboratory environment.

Geotechnical Laboratory Technician – Castleford

Key Responsibilities Will Include

Carrying out a variety of testing on soil in the laboratory, to comply with the relevant standards

Recording accurately the test data produced for analysis

Assisting in the calibration and maintenance of all technical equipment

Maintaining a neat and orderly laboratory environment

Desired Experience

Whilst no previous laboratory experience is required for this role as full training is provided, we are interested in hearing from candidates who have worked in a process driven environment, are comfortable working off order lists and don’t mind getting their hands dirty.

Person Specification

Organised with a methodical approach

Good team player

Strong communication skills

Good level of literacy and numeracy

Salary And Benefits

£18,000 - £22,000 depending on experience

Contributory pension scheme

A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, private health care and discounted gym memberships

Access to mental health support

Professional financial advice

We encourage continuing professional development and as a registered practice with the Geological Society, we are committed to supporting candidates through the Pathway to Chartership.

At RSK we operate an open and relaxed management culture that nurtures continuous improvement and innovation, adopting a proactive growth strategy helps us to run a sustainable and profitable business while providing new and exciting career opportunities for all. The company prides itself on providing employees with a rewarding and challenging career, encouraging Continuous Professional Development and enabling them to reach their full potential. Listed as being in the top 3 environmental consultancies and listed in the Sunday Times PwC Top Track 250, there has never been a more exciting time to join.

Furthermore, retaining our employees is the building block of a successful organisation and we want to ensure you maintain a healthy work life balance, with many opportunities for flexible working, social activities, and community involvement projects.

RSK is also committed to our Corporate Responsibility strategy. We seek to minimise our impact on the environment; to engage positively with the community and education groups; to provide a safe and supportive atmosphere in which to work; and to promote Corporate Responsibility throughout our supply chain.

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer

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