Construction Materials Testing Technician - Experienced

Coffey Testing; Blacktown; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Above Award conditions

Recognition program

Supportive team environment

Parental leave

Job summary

Coffey Testing is expanding and seeks motivated field Construction Materials Testing Technicians to join our Western Sydney teams. Roles require at least 2 years of hands-on CMT experience and the ability to perform tests in both field and laboratory settings.

Applicants should be physically capable, safety‑minded, and able to work to client deadlines. NATA signatory status is a plus and a current driver’s license is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in Construction Materials Testing industry.
• Physically fit and able to perform manual labour-intensive tasks.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet client demands.
• Experience in field and laboratory testing to Australia standards (AS1289, AS1141, AS1012).
• NATA approved Signatory is highly advantageous.
• NDM Radiation license is highly advantageous.
• Current manual driver’s licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests on soil, aggregates and concrete in field and laboratory settings.
• Liaise with client onsite on testing schedules, procedures and results, representing Coffey Testing.
• Conduct routine quality assurance checks and calibrations; ensure equipment is maintained.
• Ensure accuracy of test results and timely output of work.

Skills

Field testing

Laboratory testing

Quality assurance

Safety conscious

Autonomy

Time management

Manual labour

Job description

Coffey Testing has been successful is gaining a new contract and this has given us the ability to provide opportunities for motivated and experienced field Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Technicians to join us for work we have in a variety of Western Sydney locations.

Coffey Testing - A bit about us!

We are one of Australia’s largest construction materials testing providers. We have been delivering testing services to the transport infrastructure, oil and gas and mining industries for over 65 years. We have an extensive network of permanent and site-specific testing facilities located across Australia, including in some of Australia’s most remote locations.

Our clients choose us to provide deep insights into the properties of the materials they’re dealing with. We apply specialised testing and analysis services, using international best practice and conformance standards to achieve detailed, quality results. We provide independent NATA accredited testing services.

The Opportunities

CMTs play a vital role in ensuring the quality and safety of the construction materials used in some of Australia’s largest rail, mining and infrastructure projects. We have permanent full-time roles available for Experienced CMT Technicians. These roles are best suited to people that have at least 2 years of hands-on Construction Materials Testing experience. We respectfully advise that these particular opportunities are not entry level roles and that engineering experience, without actual CMT Technician experience, will not meet the requirements of these positions. These positions are best suited to someone who can meet the criteria listed:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in Construction Materials Testing industry;
• Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to quality assurance and workplace safety;
• Is physically fit and able to perform a manual labour-intensive role which includes heavy lifting;
• Can work effectively under pressure, prioritising work to meet client demands;
• Has sound experience in field and laboratory construction materials testing to Australia standards or is looking to start a career in construction materials testing;
• Has the ability to work autonomously and displays a level of self-motivation;
• Performs an undertaking of a variety of manual tasks in the field and in the laboratory, including preparing and testing soil, aggregates & concrete samples;
• Completing the following tests - Triaxials, permeabilities, aggregates, rock testing and materials;
• Liaising with Coffey Testing’s client onsite on testing schedules, procedures and results, representing the Coffey Testing brand;
• Can perform routine quality assurance checks and calibrations, ensuring all equipment is maintained;
• Ensures accuracy of test results and timely output of work;
• Has demonstrated experience in laboratory and field testing in soils, aggregates and/or concrete to relevant standards (AS1289, AS1141, AS1012);
• Is NATA approved Signatory (highly advantageous);
• Ideally holds a current NDM Radiation license (highly advantageous); and/or
• Holds a current manual driver's licence (essential).

What Coffey Testing can offer

Here at Coffey Testing, we believe that our employees are our biggest asset and we want our employees to experience job satisfaction. We have a range of employee benefits we offer nationally across the business:

• Investment in our employee’s growthand development through both internal and company funded external training (Certificate pathway in Laboratory Techniques);
• Coverage by an Enterprise Agreement offering above Award conditions to all technical staff;
• Company initiatives such as a recognition & reward program and health and wellness initiatives;
• Supportive and friendly team environment;
• Additional paid parental leave; and

We believe in equal opportunity

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where equity, respect and belonging are valued. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. We recognise and value the unique talents, experiences and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings to our business and encourage you to apply.