Field Occupational Hygiene & HazMat Technician

WSP; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Adelaide is seeking an Occupational Hygiene & Hazardous Materials Technician to support field-based occupational hygiene and hazardous materials projects across clients in industry, infrastructure, government and resources sectors.

The role involves workplace exposure monitoring, materials sampling and site inspections, with 50–80% field time. You will work with experienced hygienists, consultants and project managers, contributing to safety and quality-driven project delivery.

Qualifications

• Year 12 completion or equivalent with strong communication and numeracy skills.
• Current unrestricted driver’s license.
• Ability and willingness to undertake regular fieldwork; typically, 50–80% of working time may be spent in the field, laboratory or technical workshop, depending on local team and project requirements.
• Experience in occupational hygiene, hazardous materials, environmental monitoring, laboratory work, construction or a related field will be highly regarded.
• Relevant vocational or tertiary studies in occupational hygiene, WHS, science, environmental health or related discipline are advantageous.
• A strong safety focus, attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work collaboratively and professionally with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Undertake workplace exposure monitoring, hazardous materials sampling and site inspections.
• Prepare, calibrate and operate specialised sampling and monitoring equipment.
• Record field observations and maintain accurate technical documentation.
• Support laboratory preparation, sample handling and data management activities.
• Assist with technical reporting, proposal preparation and project delivery.
• Work closely with experienced occupational hygienists, hazardous materials consultants and project managers.
• Contribute to a strong safety culture and deliver work in accordance with quality standards and approved methodologies.
• Comply with WSP governance, business management, quality, risk, ethics and information management requirements.

Skills

Exposure monitoring

Hazardous materials

Site inspections

Sampling equipment operation

Technical documentation

Education

Year 12 completion

Tools

Sampling equipment

Laboratory equipment

Job description

WSP Adelaide is seeking an Occupational Hygiene & Hazardous Materials Technician to support field-based occupational hygiene and hazardous materials projects across clients in industry, infrastructure, government and resources sectors.

The role involves workplace exposure monitoring, materials sampling and site inspections, with 50–80% field time. You will work with experienced hygienists, consultants and project managers, contributing to safety and quality-driven project delivery.