Laboratory & Field Technician for Renewable Energy Zone

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

Job summary

Transport for NSW seeks a Technical Officer (Laboratory) for a temporary, fixed-term role in Wagga Wagga. You will conduct laboratory and field testing for the multi-year REZ project, travelling across NSW to support early works and site testing.

Based in the regional laboratory, you will deliver precise testing data, safety-compliant results, and technical advice, while coordinating with the laboratory manager for other road, geotechnical and infrastructure tasks.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field.
• Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques required.
• Experience with density testing and UCS testing.
• Calibrate and report testing results according to standards.

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.
• Work autonomously with project teams to support infrastructure outcomes.

Skills

Density testing

Nuclear density gauge

Unconfined Compressive Strength

Calibration & reporting

Field operations planning

Education

Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques

Tertiary qualification in a relevant field

Job description

Transport for NSW seeks a Technical Officer (Laboratory) for a temporary, fixed-term role in Wagga Wagga. You will conduct laboratory and field testing for the multi-year REZ project, travelling across NSW to support early works and site testing.

Based in the regional laboratory, you will deliver precise testing data, safety-compliant results, and technical advice, while coordinating with the laboratory manager for other road, geotechnical and infrastructure tasks.