Experienced & Trainee Soil and Concrete Technicians

Construction Sciences; Darwin; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

EAP support

Company vehicle (depending on role)

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Construction Sciences in Darwin is seeking Experienced and Trainee Soil & Concrete Testing Technicians. This hands-on role combines lab and field work on major projects across Darwin and surrounding areas.

You will test soil and concrete, prepare records, and engage with construction clients. Citizenship and Australian working rights are required due to site-security restrictions. Opportunities for growth and employee benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience testing soil and concrete in both lab and field settings.
• Australian citizenship required; working rights in Australia must be unrestricted.
• Clear, accurate records and reports must be prepared.

Responsibilities

• Test soil and concrete in lab and field.
• Prepare clear, accurate records and reports.
• Work at construction sites with hands-on activities.
• Provide excellent service to clients in the construction sector.

Skills

Soil testing

Concrete testing

Lab work

Site work

Communication

Job description

At Construction Sciences, we don't just build careers - we help to build Australia. We're the trusted name in construction materials testing, delivering critical results for projects that shape our nation: roads, bridges, dams, airports, mines, and railways.

With a proud team of over 860 skilled workers across 50+ locations in Australia and New Zealand, we're part of the global Kiwa Group - a leader in testing, inspection, and certification with over 12 000 staff across 40+ countries.

About the Role: We're on the lookout for Experienced & Trainee Soil & Concrete Testing Technicians to join our Darwin. This hands-on role is laboratory and field based and will work on major projects throughout Darwin and surrounding areas.

Your Day-to-Day

• Testing Soil and concrete, in the lab and out in the field.
• Preparing clear, accurate records and reports.
• Getting hands-on at construction sites - manual work, plenty of action.
• Providing top-notch service to our construction clients.

What's in It for You

• Experienced Soil & Concrete Testing Technicians: Competitive Pay rates on offer
• Trainees: $20 - $28 per hour (starting at $20 for trainees aged 18 years, with the pay rate increasing by age and trainee classification, in line with the Award).
• Junior trainees (under 21) are paid at the applicable Award junior rate, while Adult trainees receive $28/hr.
• Career growth - move up the ranks in our diverse and growing business.
• Perks like employee discounts (shopping, travel, insurance) and EAP support, vehicle provided depending on the role
• Paid Parental Leave - for both men and women.
• Be part of a team that values its workers - many of our crew have built long, successful careers here.

What You'll Need to Succeed;

• Due to the highly secure nature of our projects and the restricted commercial and defence environments you will be working across, this position is subject to strict site-access requirements:
• Citizenship: Applicants must be an Australian citizen. Permanent residents and visa holders are not eligible for this role due to government facility security restrictions.
• A good team attitude, strong communication skills, and a solid work ethic.
• Physically capable to work on construction sites and in the laboratory
• A current driver's licence and unrestricted Australian working rights.
• You will need current, long-term work rights to work in Australia.

This is a great opportunity to join an Australian Leader who really look after their staff!