Concrete Technologist

2 months ago

Benoni, South Africa Pro-Match Recruitment Full time

Overview:

The Concrete Technologist is responsible for testing prestressed concrete to ensure that our products conform to specifications. This role involves material testing, mix design development, quality control, troubleshooting, and research. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in a construction, ready-mix, or quarry environment, and be proficient in concrete technology and quality management systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Material Testing and Analysis:

    • Conduct tests on concrete materials to ensure they meet specified standards and performance criteria, including testing for compressive strength, slump, air content, and other properties.

  2. Mix Design Development:

    • Develop and optimize concrete mix designs tailored to specific project requirements, ensuring the right balance of materials to achieve desired strength, durability, and workability.

  3. Quality Control and Assurance:

    • Implement and oversee quality control procedures during the production and placement of concrete, ensuring that the finished product meets all relevant specifications and standards.

  4. Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving:

    • Identify and address issues related to concrete performance, such as cracking, scaling, or improper curing, and develop solutions to mitigate these problems.

  5. Research and Development:

    • Stay current with advancements in concrete technology, conduct research on new materials and methods, and develop innovative solutions to improve the performance, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness of concrete.

Requirements:

  1. Grade 12 education.
  2. Minimum of 5 years working experience in a construction, readymix, or quarry environment.
  3. SCT30 - Concrete Technology Certification or higher.
  4. Proven experience with ISO 9001 quality management system.
  5. Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel & Outlook).
  6. Experience in cement mix designs, including controlling heat, weight, mix aggregate, cement, and water to produce concrete that conforms to required specifications.

Other:

  • Salary: R32,000 negotiable (cost to company).
  • Working Hours: Monday to Friday (06h00 – 15h30).
  • Candidate must have a clean criminal record.