AECOM
Material Inspector
Abu Dhabi, UAEPosted yesterday
- Salary
- AED 12k–18k a month· est.
- Job type
- Full time
- Level
- Mid level
- Field
- Construction & Engineering
- Work mode
- On site
About the role
We are looking for a Material Inspector to join our infrastructure and bridge project team. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out field and laboratory tests on construction materials to ensure compliance with project specifications, approved standards, and quality requirements. Key Responsibilities Conduct laboratory and field tests on soil, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and other construction materials used in infrastructure and bridge works. Perform soil testing, including moisture content, particle size distribution, Atterberg limits, and compaction tests. Carry out field density tests and verify compaction for earthworks, embankments, road layers, and backfilling. Perform concrete tests, including slump, temperature, sampling, and concrete cube testing for bridge foundations, piers, abutments, decks, and other structural elements. Conduct aggregate and asphalt tests for roadworks and associated infrastructure. Support testing of materials used in bridge construction, including concrete, reinforcement-related samples where applicable, and other specified construction materials. Collect, label, prepare, transport, and store samples in accordance with approved procedures. Ensure testing equipment is properly maintained and calibrated, with valid calibration certificates. Record test results accurately and prepare laboratory and field testing reports. Report non-compliant test results to the relevant engineer or QA/QC team for further action. Ensure all testing activities comply with project specifications, approved procedures, and applicable standards. Coordinate with site inspectors, engineers, and QA/QC personnel regarding sampling, testing, and material acceptance. Maintain laboratory records and ensure the laboratory is clean, organized, and compliant with safety requirements.
Requirements
Diploma or technical qualification in Civil Engineering, Laboratory Technology, or a related discipline. Relevant experience in materials testing for infrastructure and bridge construction projects. Practical knowledge of soil, aggregate, concrete, and asphalt testing. Familiarity with applicable testing standards, laboratory procedures, and quality requirements. Ability to operate testing equipment, maintain accurate records, and prepare test reports. Good attention to detail and communication skills. Previous experience in the UAE is preferred. Minimum of 5+ years experience is required
Responsibilities
Conduct laboratory and field tests on soil, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and other construction materials used in infrastructure and bridge works. Perform soil testing, including moisture content, particle size distribution, Atterberg limits, and compaction tests. Carry out field density tests and verify compaction for earthworks, embankments, road layers, and backfilling. Perform concrete tests, including slump, temperature, sampling, and concrete cube testing for bridge foundations, piers, abutments, decks, and other structural elements. Conduct aggregate and asphalt tests for roadworks and associated infrastructure. Support testing of materials used in bridge construction, including concrete, reinforcement-related samples where applicable, and other specified construction materials. Collect, label, prepare, transport, and store samples in accordance with approved procedures. Ensure testing equipment is properly maintained and calibrated, with valid calibration certificates. Record test results accurately and prepare laboratory and field testing reports. Report non-compliant test results to the relevant engineer or QA/QC team for further action. Ensure all testing activities comply with project specifications, approved procedures, and applicable standards. Coordinate with site inspectors, engineers, and QA/QC personnel regarding sampling, testing, and material acceptance. Maintain laboratory records and ensure the laboratory is clean, organized, and compliant with safety requirements.
Skills
- soil testing
- moisture content
- particle size distribution
- Atterberg limits
- compaction tests
- field density tests
- concrete testing
- slump
- temperature testing
- concrete cube testing
- aggregate testing
- asphalt testing
- reinforcement-related sampling
- sample collection and labeling
- calibration of testing equipment
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