Trainee Structural Technician

Washington, England, United Kingdom

12/19/2024

The Vacancy

Ian Farmer Associates form part of the RSK group of companies and we are looking to recruit a Trainee Structural Technician, to join the Construction Engineering Department based at our Washington office.

Primarily based in the north east, the Construction Engineering Department undertakes testing and sampling of construction materials, along with condition surveys and intrusive inspections to a wide variety of structures. The information gathered is then conveyed to Engineers and Architects to aid in building assessments and/or design works.

Reporting to the Regional Manager and project Supervisor, responsibilities will be varied, but will include:

• Half-cell Potential and carbonation testing to determine the corrosion risk to reinforcement in concrete structures
• Non-destructive scanning surveys to determine reinforcement details in concrete.
• Sampling of concrete to determine any deleterious constituents.
• Sampling of concrete to determine strength
• Ultra-sonic thickness testing of structural steel members
• Intrusive investigations to determine structural arrangements.
• Compiling an accurate record of findings, including production of some basic AutoCAD drawings
  
  
  

Experience:

• The ideal candidate should have some experience of working within a construction site environment, possibly within a technical role
• Training will be offered (both ‘on-the-job’ and structured training developed by the RSK group) and encouragement will be given to enable the successful candidate to gain sufficient confidence in undertaking structural investigations and inspections from client enquiry through to issuing of reports
  
  
  

We currently work for a large variety of clients throughout the country, and the nature of the business will result in short periods of working away from home

This is an interesting and varied position, which will offer opportunities to the right candidate to pursue a career in structural inspections and investigations.

Person Specification:

• At least GCSE Maths and English to Grade A to E or equivalent
• Full driving license
• Good organisational skills
• Good communication skills
• Some experience of working in construction or technical environment
• Previous experience with AutoCAD would be a distinct advantage.
  
  
  

Salary and benefits:

• £Commensurate with experience
• A flexible benefits programme including private health care, cycle to work scheme and the option to purchase additional annual leave.
• The company prides itself on providing its staff with a rewarding and challenging career, encouraging Continuous Professional Development, allowing employees to reach their full potential.
  
  
  

RSK is an equal opportunities employer.

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RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.

About Us

We are one of the leading ground investigation businesses in the UK. With offices throughout the UK, we can provide our geotechnical and environmental investigation techniques and services to clients throughout the country. These services are offered from each regional location, fully supported by an experienced team of civil engineers and geologists. Services include soil exploration by percussion boring, window sampling and mechanical excavation and rock exploration by rotary drilling and coring. Additionally, specialists are available, including materials technologists and on-site chemists, who can undertake associated testing and monitoring services and in situ tests such as plate loading, California bearing ratio and density, including nuclear density testing.

The company’s materials technology and construction engineering service operates throughout the United Kingdom, undertaking and reporting on structural and condition surveys, BREEAM assessments and asbestos surveys. Its experience includes working on buildings, multistorey car parks, bridges, roads and other structures, such as sludge digesters to determine the effects of ageing, corrosion and degradation on structural stability. The company is approved for working in confined spaces and undertaking in situ testing that includes floor load tests and strain measurements.

Ian Farmer Associates is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments. 

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?