Lab & Field Technician – Renewable Energy Projects (Temp)

Transport for NSW; Wagga Wagga; On-site; AUD 103,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport For NSW is seeking a Technical Officer (Laboratory) for a fixed term position based in Wagga Wagga. The role combines laboratory and field testing for the multi-year REZ project, with travel across NSW to support testing and data collection.

You will deliver accurate test results and practical technical advice, maintaining safety and quality standards while supporting road construction, geotechnical investigations and other tasks as directed.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Minimum Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques.
• Experience with laboratory and field testing, data collection and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and manage laboratory and field operations for the REZ project.
• Travel across NSW to perform testing and support early works.
• Deliver accurate testing, data and technical advice per standards and quality requirements.
• Work autonomously at field locations, engaging with clients and project teams.
• Plan, conduct and supervise field operations and testing.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Field testing

Density testing

Nuclear density gauge

UCS testing

Education

Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques

Job description

Transport For NSW is seeking a Technical Officer (Laboratory) for a fixed term position based in Wagga Wagga. The role combines laboratory and field testing for the multi-year REZ project, with travel across NSW to support testing and data collection.

You will deliver accurate test results and practical technical advice, maintaining safety and quality standards while supporting road construction, geotechnical investigations and other tasks as directed.