Element Materials Technology
Global provider of testing, inspection and certification services for materials and products across diverse industries.
Prepare samples, conduct tests, record data and report results in furniture testing.
2 days ago
Entry-level
Full Time
Stevenage, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
9,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Materials Testing
Engineering
Product Certification
Failure Analysis
Quality Control
Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Aerospace
Fire & Building Products
Infrastructure & Environmental
Transportation
Oil & Gas
Acoustics and Sound Barriers
Adhesives, Glues, and Tapes
Advanced Materials
Role
Description
test setup
data recording
sample handling
sample prep
testing execution
work prioritization
- Set up, monitor and measure each unique test and record all data onto the database.
- Ensure test samples are stored and handled correctly.
- Participate in test preparation by cutting, sizing, labeling and affixing samples.
- Assist with deliveries, sign‑in and booking of samples.
- Perform lower to intermediate testing of projects once trained.
- Prioritise and coordinate a busy workload.
- Work independently to complete testing projects from start to finish.
Requirements
detail-oriented
analytical
communication
proactive
team player
education
We are looking for a proactive, self‑motivated team player with a good educational background. The ideal candidate shows strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and excellent written and verbal communication skills, and can prioritize a busy workload while working independently when required.
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail, analytical thinking and good written and verbal communication skills.
Benefits
Employees enjoy 33 days of annual leave (including public holidays), a pension scheme with contributions up to 12 %, enhanced sick pay, flexible working, a cycle scheme, free onsite refreshments, a friend‑referral bonus, discounts through Perks At Work, and free parking.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
In 2010
Year Founded
Company was born as a spin-out from Stork’s materials testing unit.
200+ Labs
Global Network
Maintains a network of over 200 laboratories across 30 countries.
£1B Revenue
Annual Turnover
Generates nearly £1 billion in revenue annually.
In 2017
Significant Acquisition
Made a bold acquisition of Exova, significantly expanding its operations.
- Ensures safety where failure isn’t an option.
- Typical projects include certifying aerospace components, testing building materials, validating energy systems, and life sciences products.
- Serves sectors such as aerospace, construction, defense, energy, life sciences, transportation, and telecommunications.
- Uniquely offers both destructive and non-destructive testing, certification schemes, calibrations, and failure analysis services.
Culture + Values
- Integrity: We do what is right. Our foundations are built on trust and accountability. We take pride in our work, and we keep our promises. We’re committed to deliver every time for our customers, and for each other.
- Care: We care about the impact we have. Creating a safer world starts with us, caring about each other and our customers. Our culture is inclusive, and everyone is welcome. We work together to create a stronger business, making a positive difference to the world around us.
- Progress: We strive to create a more positive future. We stay curious to evolve and improve every day. We grow and learn by constantly thinking about our impact and how we can do better for each other, society and the planet.
Environment + Sustainability
By 2026
Science-Based Targets
Committed to reducing absolute emissions in line with the 1.5 °C pathway.
By 2030
Net Zero Emissions
Aiming to achieve net zero in direct operations.
By 2035
Global Net Zero
Targeting net zero emissions across the entire global business.
9.1 ESG Rating
Sustainalytics Score
Top score in the Testing, Inspection & Certification sector; classified as negligible risk and top 1% globally.
- Trialling electric vehicles and installing solar panels at select laboratory sites (e.g., United Arab Emirates).
Inclusion & Diversity
30% Female Representation
Leadership Diversity
Female representation in the global leadership team is targeted to reach 30%.
25% Minority Representation
Leadership Diversity
Ethnic minority representation in UK/North America leadership team is targeted to reach 25%.
Top ESG Ranking
Sustainability Performance
The company has reported a top ESG ranking, highlighting progress on diversity metrics within its Positive Impact Plan.
12hrs Volunteer Leave
Employee Benefits
Each colleague is offered 12 hours of annual volunteer leave to support community initiatives.
- Launched colleague resource networks covering racial equality, disability, LGBT+ and Women in Business.
- Provided targeted unconscious‑bias training for leaders.