Soil Lab Technician

SGS Australia; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 220,000 - 294,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading testing and inspection company in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Soil Lab Technician to conduct soil, rock, and concrete analysis in compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering, along with 2-4 years of experience in geotechnical laboratory settings. Responsibilities include performing tests, conducting onsite testing, ensuring equipment calibration, and preparing reports based on findings. Join a global network dedicated to sustainability and quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-4 years of experience as Soil lab technician in ISO 17025:2017 accredited Geotechnical Laboratory.
• Experience in laboratory and field testing related to geotechnical or construction material.
• Familiarity with BS, ASTM, and AASHTO standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct soil, rock, and concrete analysis according to standards.
• Perform tests such as particle size distribution and moisture content.
• Ensure accuracy through calibration of lab equipment.
• Conduct on-site material testing and ensure compliance.
• Prepare factual reports based on test results.

Skills

Soil lab testing

Geotechnical testing

Report writing

Microsoft Office

Education

Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Laboratory testing equipment

Job description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

• Conduct soil, rock and concrete analysis in accordance with standards such as BS, ASTM and AASHTO.
• Perform tests such as particle size distribution, Atterberg limits, Proctor compaction, moisture content, UCS, Point Load, Direct Shear test and others related to soil, Rock, concrete and aggregate test.
• Ensure the accuracy and repeatability of results through careful calibration and maintenance of lab equipment.
• Conduct on-site material testing to assess field conditions and compliance with design requirements.
• Responsible for conduct on-site testing at construction sites to ensure materials are up to required standards and report findings to site engineers and supervisors. (Field Density, In situ CBR, Infiltration test, packer test and Plate Load Test)
• Ensures effective implementations of QMS and responsible to inhouse verification of soil and concrete testing equipment’s.
• Prepare factual reports based on test results and field conditions.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering, Soil Mechanics and Geology, and related field.
• Minimum 2-4 years’ experience as Soil lab technician in ISO 17025:2017 accredited Geotechnical Laboratory.
• Experience in laboratory and field testing related to geotechnical or construction material.
• Familiarity with BS, ASTM, and AASHTO standards
• Should have knowledge of Microsoft Office.