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Our experienced team plays a vital role in helping clients maintain quality, safety and compliance throughout the construction process.\n\n Part of the Celnor Group\n\nCelnor Group is a UK-based environmental services group operating across the Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance (TICC) landscape. With a growing portfolio of specialist businesses, Celnor provides essential services that protect people, property and the environment.\n\nWhile each business retains its own identity, culture and technical specialism, all are supported by a central group function that invests in people, systems and long-term sustainable growth.\n\nAbout the Role\n\nWe are seeking a Materials / Field Technician to join our growing team based in Swindon.\n\nThis is a hands-on role working across construction, infrastructure and highway projects, carrying out on-site sampling, testing and quality assurance activities. 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