Location(s) Belfast/County Down

Contract type Temporary, full time Monday to Friday

RPS is seeking a Soil Sampling Courier to join our Asset Survey and Inspections Division, to collect soil samples from various locations in the County Down region. This is a temporary, full-time position working 40 hours per week- and paying national minimum wage.

We’re RPS, our projects are all around you. We define, design, and manage projects that create shared value to a complex, urbanising and resource-scarce world. Our people are our success. We need people who share our passion on solving the problems that matter. And where you’ll be supported every step of the way. Here is where you come to build a career.

What you’ll be doing

• Collecting soil samples from samplers and taking to laboratories for testing
• Quality checks of soil samples prior in transport
• Return of soil samples to the RPS warehouse within agreed timescales
• Delivery of samples between NI locations
• Completion of paperwork for quality assurance requirements

Who we’re looking for?

• Commitment to working safely with health and safety awareness
• The desire to learn and develop
• A great team player
• Basic written, numeracy and IT skills
• Flexible attitude and great time keeping
• Full UK driving licence

What’s in it for you?

Here you’ll find true support and encouragement. We’re an accredited training provider and we support learning and development for everyone. A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go.

We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.

What happens next?

If we feel you are a good match, we will be in touch to arrange a competency-based interview.

If this opportunity suits your career journey, we’d love to hear from you. All applications will be considered.

Ready to apply? Please have your CV ready and continue with your application online.

Health and Safety

This role may involve:

• Handling soil samples
• Working in all weather conditions

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