About this Quality Control Technician role at Heidelberg Materials
Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK.
We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.
At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.
Quality Control Technician
Port Talbot, South Wales
Help Shape the Future of Sustainable Construction
Heidelberg Materials UK is looking for a Quality Control Technician to join our Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS) grinding plant in Port Talbot. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in ensuring the quality and performance of materials supplied to two of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects, Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C nuclear power stations.
Working within our on-site laboratory, you will be responsible for carrying out testing and quality assurance activities that support the production of high-quality GGBS products. If you have a scientific background, strong attention to detail, and enjoy working in a hands-on laboratory environment, we would love to hear from you.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Quality Control Technician, you will:
Carry out the sampling, preparation, and testing of raw materials and finished products.
Ensure all sampling and testing activities comply with relevant standards, procedures, and quality requirements.
Produce accurate and timely test results, enabling any deviations from specification to be identified and escalated.
Calibrate testing equipment both on and off site.
Maintain laboratory equipment and identify requirements for upgrades or new equipment.
Review existing quality procedures and contribute to the development and implementation of improvements.
Maintain excellent laboratory housekeeping and safe working practices.
Support the site's commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
What We're Looking For
To be successful in this role, you will have:
A qualification in a science-based subject to at least A-Level standard, ideally Chemistry.
A minimum of 5 GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above), including Maths, English, and Science.
Previous laboratory experience (desirable but not essential).
The ability to work accurately, independently, and to tight deadlines.
Strong literacy, numeracy, organisational, and communication skills.
A methodical approach and excellent attention to detail.
Good IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
The physical capability to undertake the practical aspects of the role.
Why Join Heidelberg Materials?
At Heidelberg Materials, we're committed to building a sustainable future and delivering materials that help shape the world around us. You'll be joining a global business that values innovation, safety, diversity, and continuous development.
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your technical skills while contributing to landmark projects that will have a lasting impact on the UK's infrastructure and energy future.
Apply today and become part of a team where quality, innovation, and sustainability are at the heart of everything we do.
