Materials Technician Apprentice (Level 3) - Heidelberg Materials
| Posting date: | 10 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £20,176 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 March 2026 |
| Location: | Ridgewood House, The Ridge, Chipping Sodbury, Bristol, BS37 6AY |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Tiro |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
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Summary
We are looking for a motivated and detail‑driven Apprentice Laboratory Technician to join our Technical team in Chipping Sodbury. This role involves supporting laboratory‑based specimen preparation and testing for Concrete, Asphalt and Quarry products, working to recognised EN and British Standards as well as company procedures.
At Heidelberg Materials UK, we are committed to delivering industry‑leading levels of customer satisfaction through continuous improvement of our products and technical services. You will contribute to this by helping maintain our comprehensive quality management programme and ensuring consistent, high‑quality results.
This is a hands‑on, repetitive role that requires an excellent eye for detail, accuracy, and a commitment to safe working practices. Throughout your apprenticeship, you will follow a structured learning programme with an approved apprenticeship provider—so motivation, curiosity and a proactive approach to learning are essential.
Summary of duties:
Support the technical team in delivering cost‑effective product manufacture
Prepare and test materials to agreed standards and procedures
Help maintain product quality in line with operational, commercial and customer requirements
Provide high‑quality technical support for internal and external stakeholders
Carry out tasks safely, accurately and efficiently with strong attention to detail
Complete any additional duties as required by your manager
At Heidelberg Materials UK, we are committed to delivering industry‑leading levels of customer satisfaction through continuous improvement of our products and technical services. You will contribute to this by helping maintain our comprehensive quality management programme and ensuring consistent, high‑quality results.
This is a hands‑on, repetitive role that requires an excellent eye for detail, accuracy, and a commitment to safe working practices. Throughout your apprenticeship, you will follow a structured learning programme with an approved apprenticeship provider—so motivation, curiosity and a proactive approach to learning are essential.
Summary of duties:
Support the technical team in delivering cost‑effective product manufacture
Prepare and test materials to agreed standards and procedures
Help maintain product quality in line with operational, commercial and customer requirements
Provide high‑quality technical support for internal and external stakeholders
Carry out tasks safely, accurately and efficiently with strong attention to detail
Complete any additional duties as required by your manager
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