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Materials Technician - Sizewell C - Suffolk Site based Opportunity with the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), Supporting Sizewell C
As part of the CWA (Civil Works Alliance), you will support the building of Sizewell C. Sizewell C will be a 3.2-gigawatt power station generating low-carbon electricity for around 6 million homes and will play a key role in our energy future, supplying reliable, clean electricity for at least 60 years. This role will be within the Enabling and Earthwork Section.
What will you do?
The purpose of the role is:
To establish, operate and manage all aspects of construction materials testing (Concrete, Earthworks, Aggregates, Grout) for the earthworks and MCA backfill packages.
Scope:
- Establishing and maintaining safe methods of work for the materials team on site and in the laboratory
- Undertake inspection and testing on site and in the laboratory as required by the contract, identifying and reporting areas of risk and opportunity immediately
- Maintaining high standards of work and compliance with UKAS accreditation requirements
- Comply with the site quality system for materials testing laboratory, including materials reporting
- Deliver results by deadlines as required by the contract and project teams
- Maintain equipment calibrations and notify the lab manager of any defects requiring attention
- Identifying, recording and reporting of Best Practice to Project and offsite and pass to Laboratory Manager
- Manage expectations of materials team in regard to test result reporting and testing timescales
What are we looking for?
Essential
- Experience in concrete and civil engineering materials testing within major infrastructure or heavy
civils projects.
- Understanding of laboratory and field-testing procedures.
- Experience supporting piling / CFA / groundworks operations.
- Working knowledge of relevant British Standards (e.g., BS EN 206, BS 8500).
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and quality documentation.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in recording results.
- CSCS card or ability to obtain one.
Desirable
- Experience working on nuclear, rail, or regulated infrastructure projects.
- Prior involvement in large-scale civils projects (tunnels, earthworks, reinforced concrete).
- Knowledge of Nuclear Safety Culture principles.
- Experience with digital quality systems (BIM 360, Fieldview).
- UKAS-accredited lab experience.
4. Qualifications
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Construction Materials Testing, Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
- Training in concrete or geotechnical materials testing.
- Additional certifications (e.g., UKAS training, PASMA, Confined Space) beneficial
What we will offer you?
The CWA is a single delivery organisation made of up of the client (Sizewell C) and three parent companies - Balfour Beatty, Bouygues and Laing O'Rourke - which offer industry leading packages including market leading salaries, generous annual leave entitlements, pension scheme and other flexible benefits.
About Us
The CWA celebrates the creativity and innovation that comes from a diverse workforce, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds — especially those from under‑represented communities. Our project is built on five core values: Humility, Positivity, Respect, Solidarity, and Clarity.
By joining us, you’ll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work, speak up, and share your ideas. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
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Job Reference: CWA00233
