Salary guide
Concrete Technician
- Average salary
- £22,000 – £38,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
ConstructionEngineering
- Concrete technicians help ensure safe, durable structures
Other names this job is known by
- Materials Technician
- Concrete Lab Technician
Key responsibilities
- Test and analyse concrete samples for quality
- Prepare and mix concrete in labs or on site
- Record and report test results
- Advise on concrete specifications and performance
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree or diploma in construction, engineering, or materials science
- Experience in labs or construction
- Analytical and IT skills
- Attention to detail
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Technician
- Lab Manager
- Quality Manager
- Research roles
How to get the job
- Study science or engineering
- Complete a diploma or apprenticeship
- Gain experience in labs or construction
- Progress to senior or specialist roles
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