Innovation & R&D
Material Testing Technician
The Material Testing Technician ensures that construction materials meet required standards and specifications through laboratory and site testing.
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Role overview
Job Title
Material Testing TechnicianJob Family
Innovation & R&DPurpose Of The Role
The Material Testing Technician ensures that construction materials meet required standards and specifications through laboratory and site testing.
Role In MMC
Material Testing Technicians play a vital role in guaranteeing the quality and reliability of innovative building products and systems used in MMC. As the industry increasingly adopts prefabricated components, low-carbon materials, and offsite manufacturing, accurate material analysis ensures performance, compliance, and safety throughout the construction process.
Knowledge & Skills
The area of Modern Methods of Construction is continuously expanding with many transferable skillsets.
Fundamental Skills
Basic essential skills
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Inspection & Testing
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Data Analysis & Reporting
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Safety & Compliance
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Attention to Detail
Additional MMC Skills
Specialised MMC skills
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Material Knowledge & Performance
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Digital & Technology
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Sustainable Construction
Universal Skills
Transferable or soft skills
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Communication & Collaboration
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Problem-Solving
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Teamwork
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Planning & Executing
Suggested Entry Routes
Experience
- Work experience in construction sites or civil engineering environments.
- Previous exposure to laboratory or field-based testing procedures.
Education
- Leaving Certificate with a focus on science and maths subjects.
- Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC)/QQI Level 5 or 6 in Construction, Engineering, or Laboratory Techniques.
Training & Certifications
- On-the-job training with experienced technicians.
- Apprenticeships or traineeships in Construction Technology or Civil Engineering.
- Safe Pass (mandatory in Ireland).
- Manual Handling Certificate.
- Asbestos Awareness, Confined Spaces (as required by role/site).
- UKAS/ISO 17025 awareness (if applicable in lab environments).
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