Senior Lab. Technician at Linkup Human Capital

Linkup Human Capital Limited is an indigenous, leading management consulting firm in Nigeria, a workforce solutions provider that renders professional services and solutions in areas that span multiple industries and has been immensely successful in creating a global network of highly adept intelligent workforce that can help a company achieve its mission/critical projects and goals. We focus on delivering value to organizations, which in turn increases the bottom line of their business.We are currently seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Lab Technician to join our Quality Control team in a reputable Road & Building Construction company. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting laboratory and field testing of construction materials in line with international standards and ensuring accurate documentation and reporting.

Job Summary

The Senior Lab Technician will carry out laboratory and field testing of soil, asphalt, and concrete materials while maintaining proper documentation, calibration records, and sample tracking systems. The role requires strong technical competence, accuracy, and adherence to quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

 Laboratory & Field Testing

Conduct soil, asphalt, concrete, and aggregate testing in accordance with international standards (e.g., ASTM, AASHTO, BS/EN standards).
Perform field density tests, CBR, compaction control, asphalt sampling and concrete slump tests.
Support quality control inspections on-site.
Ensure compliance with project specifications and regulatory requirements.

 Documentation & Quality Control

Prepare formal and accurate laboratory test reports.
Maintain calibration logs for laboratory equipment.
Manage and track sample inventories (collection, labeling, storage, and disposal).
Ensure proper documentation for audits and quality assurance reviews.
Assist in maintaining laboratory housekeeping and safety standards.

Data Management & Reporting

Perform data entry and compile test results.
Prepare reports using basic formula-based calculations in Excel.
Maintain electronic and hard-copy records of laboratory activities.

Requirements

Educational Qualification

HND/OND/B.Sc. in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related discipline.

Experience

Minimum of 5–7 years’ experience in a construction materials laboratory (Road & Building projects preferred).

Technical Competencies

Practical experience in:

Soil testing (Proctor, CBR, Atterberg limits, field density)
Asphalt testing (Marshall Stability, extraction, bitumen tests)
Concrete testing (slump, compressive strength, cube casting)

Strong knowledge of international testing standards (ASTM, AASHTO, BS/EN).
Ability to interpret test results and identify non-conformance.

Computer Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data entry and basic formula-based reporting).
Good documentation and record-keeping skills.

Core Competencies

Attention to detail
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently and within a team
Good communication skills
High level of integrity and accountability