Laboratory Assistant - Downer

Programmed; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Programmed is seeking a Casual Lab Assistant to support our road works materials testing team. The role focuses on entering and managing test data, tracking samples and keeping digital records up to date.

Based in Bathurst, NSW, you’ll work in a busy lab environment with a friendly team. This casual on-going role offers consistent hours and potential progression into a permanent position for motivated individuals.

Qualifications

• Strong computer and data entry skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• Reliable, punctual, and eager to learn.
• Comfortable working in a busy team environment.
• Previous admin or lab experience is a bonus - but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Entering and managing test data with speed and accuracy.
• Assisting the lab team with sample tracking and reporting.
• Keeping digital records organised and up to date.
• Supporting road materials testing operations.
• Helping the crew stay efficient and on track.

Skills

Data entry

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Learning mindset

Education

Lab or admin experience (bonus)

Tools

Laboratory data systems

Job description

Casual Lab Assistant - Road Works Testing Crew

Join Downer for a casual on-going role with consistent hours leading into a permanent position.

Are you organised, tech-savvy, and not afraid to roll up your sleeves? We're looking for a Casual Lab Assistant to support our road works materials testing team. If you love computers and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes, this could be your perfect short-term gig.

Pate rate: 34.89

What you'll be doing

• Entering and managing test data with speed and accuracy
• Assisting the lab team with sample tracking and reporting
• Keeping digital records organised and up to date
• Supporting road materials testing operations
• Helping the crew stay efficient and on track

What we're looking for

• Strong computer and data entry skills
• Good attention to detail
• Reliable, punctual, and eager to learn
• Comfortable working in a busy team environment
• Previous admin or lab experience is a bonus - but not essential

What's in it for you?

• Monday to Friday hours 7am to 3pm at times would be required to work nightshift Sunday to Thursday.
• Hands-on experience in the civil infrastructure industry
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Opportunity to gain practical lab and project experience
• Every day is different - no boring desk-only routine!

If you're someone who enjoys being organised, working with a great crew, and keeping projects moving, we'd love to hear from you.

Who we are

As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.

At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

To learn more about working with Programmed, we encourage you to visit our website.