Field Occupational Hygiene & HazMat Technician

WSP Global Inc.; Perth; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Occupational Hygiene & Hazardous Materials Technician in Perth, Western Australia. You will undertake field-based monitoring, sampling and site inspections, calibrate equipment, and manage field data while supporting NH lab activities.

You will work with experienced hygienists and project managers to deliver high-quality, compliant work across sectors, with a strong emphasis on safety and ethics.

Qualifications

• Year 12 completion or equivalent with strong communication and numeracy.
• Current unrestricted driver’s license.
• Willingness to undertake regular fieldwork; 50–80% in field, lab or workshop.
• Experience in occupational hygiene, hazardous materials or related field is advantageous.
• Relevant vocational or tertiary studies in occupational hygiene, WHS, science or related discipline are advantageous.
• Strong safety focus, attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work collaboratively 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 governance, business management, quality, risk, ethics and information management requirements.

Skills

Strong communication

Numeracy

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Safety focus

Education

Year 12 or equivalent

Vocational/tertiary studies in occupational hygiene/WH&S/science

Job description

WSP is seeking an Occupational Hygiene & Hazardous Materials Technician in Perth, Western Australia. You will undertake field-based monitoring, sampling and site inspections, calibrate equipment, and manage field data while supporting NH lab activities.

You will work with experienced hygienists and project managers to deliver high-quality, compliant work across sectors, with a strong emphasis on safety and ethics.