Construction Materials Testing Technicians (Entry Level and Experienced)

Coffey Testing; Ballina Shire; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training Academy

Career progression

Overtime & penalties

Living Away from Home Allowance

Accommodation options

Travel across Australia

Novated vehicle leasing

Job summary

Coffey Testing is seeking motivated Construction Materials Testing Technicians (entry-level and experienced) to join our Ballina location. You will test soils, aggregates and concrete both in the laboratory and on construction sites, collecting samples and documenting results to ensure compliance with project specifications.

We offer a Training Academy, structured career progression and a range of benefits.

Qualifications

• Safety conscious and committed to safe work practices.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills in CMT testing.
• Able to follow testing methods and quality procedures.

Responsibilities

• Travel to project sites to carry out field testing.
• Sample soils, aggregates, concrete and other construction materials.
• Perform tests in line with test methods and maintain high data quality.
• Record and report test results accurately.
• Work with site supervisors, engineers and project teams.
• Learn industry standards and quality requirements.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Autonomy

Job description

Construction Materials Testing Technicians (Entry Level and Experienced)

• Location1/14-16 Southern Cross Drive,Ballina, NSW, 2478,Australia
• Employee TypeFull Time

Contact information

• Contact NameHuman Resources
• Contact Phone[phone]***
• Contact *******@coffeytesting.com

Description

Coffey Testing are currently seeking motivated Entry-Level and Experienced Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Technicians to join us in our new location based at Ballina.

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

If you are someone who would like to 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 want to hear from you! We have opportunities for both Entry Level and Experienced Construction Materials Testing Technicians

What a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Technician does

As a new starter, you’ll work alongside experienced technicians learning how to test construction materials such as soil, concrete and aggregates. You’ll spend time both in the laboratory and on construction and quarry sites, collecting samples, performing tests, recording results, and helping ensure projects are built to specification.

A typical day might involve:

• Travelling to project sites to carry out field testing.
• Sampling soils, aggregates, concrete, and other construction materials.
• Performing tests in line with relevant test methods, to a high level of quality and ensuring integrity of results
• Recording and reporting test results into Geotester.
• Working closely with site supervisors, engineers, and project teams.
• Learning industry standards and quality requirements.

As your experience grows, so do the opportunities. Experienced technicians take on more responsibility including:

• Managing testing programs on major infrastructure projects.
• Operating independently across multiple sites.
• Leading site laboratories on large projects.
• Progressing into senior technical, laboratory management, project management, or leadership roles.

What we look for in a candidate

We are built on teamwork to ensure we deliver quality results safely to our clients. We recognise that without the hard work of our people, this would not be possible. We’re seeking a candidate whose values reflect our own who is someone that demonstrates integrity, takes ownership and pride in their work, works collaboratively as part of a team, and is driven to continuously deliver high-quality results you are someone that aligns with our values and has the below qualities and meets the criteria, we encourage you to apply:

• You are safety conscious and practice this everyday;
• You have pride in your work and expect quality outcomes from yourself;
• You are motivated and willing to learn;
• You can be trusted to work autonomously and enjoy working as part of a team;

You are physically fit and are capable of repeatedly lifting loads of 20kg and over;

• You work well under pressure and can prioritise your workload to meet client demands;
• You are comfortable using computer software technology;

You hold a current driver’s licence (essential);

You are able to pass scheduled and unscheduled drug & alcohol testing

What Coffey Testing Offers

To help you get to know us, all successful candidates attend our Training Academy. The program provides a thorough introduction to our company history, policies, processes, and procedures, along with practical, on-the-job training in our laboratory where you will learn a range of testing methods. We also offer structured career progression, supporting your development from entry-level CMT Technician (T1/T2) to advanced Technician roles (T3/T4) as your skills and experience grows. We have a range of employee benefits we offer nationally across the business:

We invest in our employee's career growth and development through both internal and company funded external training (Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques);

• Coverage by an Enterprise Agreement offering above award conditions to all technician staff;
• Additional Overtime, Penalty Rates, and Living Away from Home Allowance (subject to project undertaking);
• Employee referral program with referral incentives and rewards;
• Access to accommodation options (subject to project undertaking);
• Opportunities to travel and see more of Australia working in our network of labs;
• Company initiatives such as recognition & reward program, monthly lab events/competitions and health and wellness initiatives (EAP);
• Additional paid parental leave;
• Novated vehicle leasing options.

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.