Building Materials Testing Laboratory Manager

CSG Talent; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clear pathways for career progression

Supportive team culture with ongoing training

Investment in equipment and technology

Job summary

A reputable manufacturer in building materials seeks a Building Materials Testing Laboratory Manager at their Acacia Ridge facility in Brisbane, Queensland. This mid-senior level role will oversee a team dedicated to ensuring product performance and certification. The ideal candidate will bring experience in engineering or materials testing, demonstrating strong leadership and troubleshooting abilities. The position offers a competitive salary range of A$120,000.00 to A$140,000.00 per year, alongside clear pathways for career growth and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in fire testing or bush fire testing of building products is highly regarded.
• Strong practical skills and understanding of laboratory equipment and testing environments.
• Comfortable managing documentation, data integrity, and reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 6 technicians, providing coaching and support.
• Oversee materials testing for structural, fire, and bush fire applications.
• Plan testing schedules and ensure efficient laboratory workflow.

Skills

Engineering

Quality

Materials Testing

Technical Problem Solving

Team Leadership

Troubleshooting

Education

Background in Engineering, Quality, or Materials Testing

Job description

Building Materials Testing Laboratory Manager

This range is provided by CSG Talent. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

A$120,000.00/yr - A$140,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from CSG Talent

Recruitment Consultant | Construction & Building Materials | USA & APAC

Building Materials Testing Laboratory Manager

We are working with a well established manufacturer in the building materials sector to appoint a Materials Testing Laboratory Manager for their Acacia Ridge facility. This is a leadership focused role overseeing a busy testing environment that supports product performance, certification, and ongoing innovation across the business.

This position is ideal for someone with experience in engineering, quality, or material testing who enjoys a mix of technical problem solving, people leadership, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 6 technicians, providing coaching, direction, and day to day support
• Oversee materials testing across structural, fire, and bush fire applications
• Plan testing schedules, allocate workloads, and ensure efficient laboratory workflow
• Review and validate results, maintaining clear and accurate reporting
• Manage lab equipment, including calibration, maintenance, and operational readiness
• Investigate technical issues and implement corrective actions where required
• Refine test processes and contribute to development of new testing methods
• Maintain strong working relationships with engineering, quality, and technical teams
• Promote best practice in safety and ensure compliance with all workplace procedures

About You

• Background in engineering, quality, materials testing, or a related technical discipline
• Experience in fire testing or bush fire testing of building products is highly regarded
• Confident team leader with the ability to mentor and develop staff
• Strong practical skills and understanding of laboratory equipment and testing environments
• Excellent troubleshooting ability with a proactive mindset
• Comfortable managing documentation, data integrity, and reporting requirements
• Forklift, crane, or dogging licences are advantageous but not essential

Whats on Offer

• Opportunity to step into a leadership role with clear pathways for career progression
• Stable position within a reputable and growing industrial organisation
• Supportive team culture with ongoing training and skill development
• Hands on role with influence across product testing, innovation, and quality outcomes
• Modern laboratory environment with investment in equipment and technology

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Research

Industries

• Manufacturing

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