Geotechnical Lab Technician - Training & Growth

PTG Group; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Geotechnical Services (PGS), part of PTG Group, is a specialist geotechnical testing provider in Queensland. You’ll work alongside engineers and technicians across infrastructure, mining and energy projects, gaining exposure to advanced testing methods.

We welcome applications from candidates with a Certificate 3 in Construction Materials Testing or those eager to learn; prior soil testing experience is not required.

Qualifications

• Good communication and teamwork are essential.
• Ability to prioritise and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and grow within geotechnical testing.
• Experience with soil testing is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Undertake laboratory testing across a broad range of methods in line with Australian Standards.
• Complete laboratory testing at the required production level.
• Undertake training in test methods and procedures.
• Follow instructions from the Laboratory Manager and maintain safety practices.
• Prepare worksheets and verify measurements and calculations of test results.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Team orientation

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Certificate 3 in Construction Materials Testing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

Precision Geotechnical Services (PGS), part of PTG Group, is a specialist geotechnical testing provider in Queensland. You’ll work alongside engineers and technicians across infrastructure, mining and energy projects, gaining exposure to advanced testing methods.

We welcome applications from candidates with a Certificate 3 in Construction Materials Testing or those eager to learn; prior soil testing experience is not required.