Trainee as a building materials tester specialising in mortar and concrete technology (m/f/d)

Wait a minute! Who or what is the BAM?

The Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM) is a federal scientific and technical authority based in Berlin. As a departmental research institution of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, we examine and advise on the protection of people, the environment and property. Our activities in materials science, materials technology and chemistry focus on the technical safety of products and processes.

Be part of the BAM team! Are you interested in the environment and sustainability? Are you passionate about science and technology? Are you interested in the workflows behind everything? Then BAM is looking for you!

We are looking for 1 September 2026

(m/w/d) in the field of mortar and concrete technology

The provisions of the collective agreement for trainees of the public service (TVAöD) apply to training. The duration of training is 3 years.

Construction materials testers control the production of building materials and the properties and usability of soils, rock and recycling materials according to regulations and applicable standards. You prepare sampling and carry it through. Depending on the center of gravity and application, You test different building raw materials and binders and thus test produced building products such as concrete, plaster, mortar or asphalt mixtures for buildings and road surfaces. Or You conduct exploratory drilling to determine, for example, the load capacity, compaction and water absorption capacity of a building subsoil. For the investigations using chemical and physical methods, You use different test equipment. You document their test and measurement results, evaluate them and produce test reports.

Intermediate school or school competent German language skills and expressiveness (mind. B2) craftsmanship and technical understanding good vision, especially perfect color sense good physical condition

High-quality, varied and practical training Support by motivated and competent trainers who are with the heart Educational salary from €1,218.26 gross in the first year of training Holiday entitlement of 30 days a year and annual special payment Final premium i.H.v. 400 € with successfully completed training With appropriate performance very good takeover prospects following the training