Laboratory Technician

Job Posting End Date

April 20, 2023

Job Location

Farleigh

Job Description

At Fulton Hogan we’re passionate about creating, connecting and caring for communities, with people at the heart of everything. It’s why we’ve created a culture of empowerment and autonomy to ensure our people can deliver “Good Work” each day. You’ll have a fulfilling & rewarding career working with us, and you’ll contribute to a sustainable future we can all be proud of.

What’s in it for you when you work for Fulton Hogan?.

• We’ll offer a competitive salary package

• You’ll be given the opportunity for career growth & development

• We support flexible work arrangements where applicable

• You’ll be a part of a fun and inclusive team environment

What’s on offer?

We currently have a vacancy for a Trainee Laboratory Technician to join the team at Fulton Hogan based at our Mackay site. This position will suit entry-level candidates looking to take the next step in their career.

You’ll be Accountable for

The successful candidate will be responsible for the testing of asphalt, PMB and emulsion to relevant standard methods in our NATA Laboratory. Reporting to the Laboratory Supervisor your responsibilities will include;

• Sampling and testing asphalt, aggregates and bitumen including onsite sampling.

• The hands-on, day-to-day management of sampling and testing in accordance with specified requirements.

• The handling and management of chemicals in line with relevant standards

• Management of reporting, record keeping and calibrations including reporting non-conforming product.

• Conduct procedures safely and maintain good housekeeping of laboratory and surrounds.

• Providing technical support to production departments.

• Maintain the laboratory in accordance with NATA requirements.

• Travel will be required, based on the needs of the business.

How you’ll connect to the role?

To be successful in this position you will require the following skills/experience:

• Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure and achieve strict deadlines

• Professional communication, written and interpersonal skills

• Honest, confident and reliable

• Commitment to workplace safety, quality, punctuality, reliability, respect for others and to work as part of an efficient team

• Current and valid Driver’s Licence

• Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques (is advantageous)

• Previous experience in heavy industries or an interest in this field of work

• Be willing to travel as away work will be required

• Ideally you will have an understanding of the asphalt, cement of quarries industries. Having a demonstrated knowledge of Australian standards for laboratories would be viewed favourably, but is not essential as full training will be provided.

• You will be proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

Sound like you?

If this sounds like and you would like to help build on our Good Work culture, then we would like to hear from you. If you meet a number of the requirements, but not all, we encourage you to submit your application.

Find out more about us:

https://www.fultonhogan.com/

We celebrate and embrace diversity across our business and are committed to equal employment opportunities.

We believe in the value that diversity brings to our team and people who share our REAL values are encouraged to apply