Construction Materials Lab Technician (Tunnelling)

Future Generation Snowy 2.0; Cooma; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Future Generation Snowy 2.0 is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform construction materials testing, ensuring compliance with project specifications and safety standards. The role emphasizes accuracy, calibration of equipment, and clear reporting of results to engineers and project teams.

Ideal candidates bring at least two years' laboratory experience in construction materials, familiarity with testing methods for soil, concrete, shotcrete and rock, and a strong eye for detail.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent certification in Laboratory Technology, Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in a laboratory or construction materials testing role.
• Familiarity with relevant laboratory equipment and testing methods.
• C Class Driver's Licence

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory tests on construction materials (soil, concrete, shotcrete and rock) per project specs and NATA requirements.
• Implement quality control measures to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results.
• Operate and maintain laboratory testing equipment with proper calibration.
• Record and report test results with thorough documentation.
• Promote and follow laboratory safety protocols in the work environment.
• Collaborate with project teams to communicate test findings and support decisions.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement in testing procedures.

Skills

Lab testing

Material testing

Laboratory safety

MS Office

C Class Licence

Education

Associate degree in Laboratory Technology

Tools

Laboratory equipment handling

Job description

Future Generation Snowy 2.0 is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform construction materials testing, ensuring compliance with project specifications and safety standards. The role emphasizes accuracy, calibration of equipment, and clear reporting of results to engineers and project teams.

Ideal candidates bring at least two years' laboratory experience in construction materials, familiarity with testing methods for soil, concrete, shotcrete and rock, and a strong eye for detail.