Field Occupational Hygiene & Hazardous Materials Tech

WSP in Australia; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Australia seeks an Occupational Hygiene & Hazardous Materials Technician to support field-based projects across industry, infrastructure, government and resources sectors. You’ll undertake exposure monitoring, sampling and site inspections while applying approved methodologies and quality standards.

You’ll work closely with senior hygienists and project managers, handle equipment, record observations, contribute to reports, and help manage data and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Year 12 or equivalent with strong communication and numeracy.
• Regular fieldwork (50–80% of time) in field, lab or workshop.
• Experience in occupational hygiene, hazardous materials or related fields is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Undertake workplace exposure monitoring and site inspections.
• Prepare, calibrate and operate sampling equipment.
• Record field observations and maintain technical documentation.
• Support laboratory preparation and data management activities.
• Assist with technical reporting and project delivery.
• Work closely with experienced occupational hygienists and project managers.
• Contribute to safety culture and satisfy quality and information-management requirements.

Skills

Communication

Numeracy

Driver's license

Fieldwork

Education

Relevant studies in occupational hygiene/WH&S

Job description

WSP in Australia seeks an Occupational Hygiene & Hazardous Materials Technician to support field-based projects across industry, infrastructure, government and resources sectors. You’ll undertake exposure monitoring, sampling and site inspections while applying approved methodologies and quality standards.

You’ll work closely with senior hygienists and project managers, handle equipment, record observations, contribute to reports, and help manage data and safety practices.