Construction Materials Technician - lab

Department: Technical (Product Quality and Development)

Location: Temple Quarry, 26 Ballycarngannon Road, Lisburn, Co. Antrim

Final date to receive applications: 8 March 2026

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Breedon is a leading construction and materials group in Ireland and Great Britain with a group turnover of c. £1.6 billion per annum. We operate 2 cement plants, over 100 quarries, 50 asphalt plants, 170 ready‑mixed concrete plants, as well as a range of contract surfacing and other essential products to help our customers build the places where we all live, work, and play.

Our people are our passion; by working as One Breedon
, with shared goals and a common purpose, we are making a material difference.

We are keeping it simple; we are making it happen, we are striving to improve, we are showing we care.

We are currently seeking a Construction Material Technician to join our team at Temple Quarry.

• To test and sample aggregate, bituminous and unbound and earthworks materials including grading analysis, binder content and physical, chemical and mechanical testing in a safe and efficient manner, both in the laboratory and on contracting sites/plant.
• To conduct daily organoleptic checks for lab, production facilities and all stockpiles.
• To maintain a safe and tidy workspace and ensure the efficient running of the laboratory.
• To maintain quality standards by following company and accrediting bodies quality procedures and protocol.
• To record sample details on test record sheets and laboratory software.
• To calibrate all testing equipment.
• To prepare for inspections from independent accrediting bodies.
• To undertake daily laboratory equipment checks.
• To investigate all material related complaints & provide suitable & sufficient feedback & evidence to support.
• To provide technical cover for other contracts within UK & Ireland.

• Educated to GCSE standard (or equivalent)
• Experience of working in a team environment, providing information and support to colleagues
• Ability to be flexible in working hours, working night shifts or weekends if required
• Computer literacy, knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel
• Driving licence to enable the post holder to fulfil the duties of the role

• Experience working within a similar role and/or within a Testing Laboratory or the wider construction, asphalt, concrete or quarrying industry
• Experience of working with recognised accreditation standards, i.e. BS, ISO, NRA
• Understand and have knowledge of all current UK (BS EN) standards, for aggregates, asphalt and concrete

• 33 days per year (including bank holidays)
• A tailored, competitive salary
• Company pension scheme
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Holiday buy scheme
• 1 day per year to volunteer with a charity of your choice (fully paid!) and fund‑matching up to £200 for charitable events
• Make a Material Difference Awards
• Employee Assistance Programme providing a wide range of health and wellbeing support 24/7
• Enhanced parental leave policy
• Option to participate in our Share Save scheme
• Access to our employee benefits platform, giving you discounts on a wide variety of high street shops and brands
• Health & Wellbeing Initiatives
• Broad learning opportunities, training, and career progression pathways.

Breedon Group is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer.