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Technicians/Lead Technicians – Non-destructive and destructive testing

This is an exciting opportunity for a positive individual with a can-do attitude to take on a critical role in a civil and structural engineering consultancy during a period of significant growth.

The successful candidate will have the chance to develop their career and work on diverse, high-profile projects across England, Scotland, and Wales. With clear, defined progression routes, this role offers excellent potential for career advancement and personal development.

The company specialising in structural investigations, inspections, testing, and asset management services is seeking dynamic, site-based Technicians and Lead Technicians to join their expanding team.

With a strong pipeline of diverse projects, no two weeks will be the same. You will play a key role within a growing team, contributing to a wide range of exciting projects, including residential, commercial, healthcare, and educational projects. There could also be cross-over with other areas of the wider group meaning you will be exposed to different sector areas such as Rail & Highways.

This is an opportunity for you to work on iconic and historical structures with cutting-edge equipment and software, applying your technical expertise to conduct bespoke survey work and consult with clients.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct site-based surveys, sampling building materials, and measuring structural elements.
Collect accurate data and communicate effectively with team members and third parties.
Ensure health and safety compliance across all site activities.
Work on a variety of projects across sectors such as residential, commercial, healthcare, and educational buildings.
Gain exposure to other sectors, including Rail & Highways, broadening your expertise.
Utilise the latest equipment and software to carry out bespoke survey work and client consultation.
Location

Candidates must be a commutable distance from their Chesterfield and Ilkeston offices.
Clients/projects are based Nationwide. This role will require working away from home throughout the week including occasional overnight stays.
Salary & Benefits

Up to £38,000 salary - dependent on the role and level of experience
Overtime available (1.25x – 2.0x, dependent on day/time)
Defined routes for progression
Company Vehicle
Yearly bonus (based on personal and business unit performance)
25 days increasing to 30 days with service annual leave + bank holidays
Healthcare Private medical insurance
Excellent bonus scheme
Criteria to interview

Solid understanding of building fabric/building surveying. (Essential)
Candidates must have site-based surveying experience within a construction/engineering environment. (Essential)
Qualifications based around Civil/Structural Engineering, Building Surveying, or General Construction would be highly beneficial
Full UK driving license & happy with nationwide travel. (Desirable)
Relevant site tickets e.g., CSCS, SSSTS/SMSTS, First Aider, IPAF/PASMA. (Desirable)
Numerical and literacy skills. (Essential)
Ability to work away from home during the week if required. (Essential)
Alternative job titles

Lead Technician, Site Supervisor, Site Engineer, Site Technician, CSCS, SSSTS, SMSTS.

About Ford & Stanley Group

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 Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are that of an employment consultancy business