Laboratory - Lead

Clough Ltd.; Cooma; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Development

Job summary

Clough Ltd. invites applications for Laboratory Lead on the Snowy 2.0 project based in NSW. The role oversees construction materials testing on soils, aggregates, rock, grout and concrete, supervising a team and coordinating with internal departments and subcontractors.

You will report on testing activities, issue reports, ensure compliance with quality management systems, and support continuous improvement while working in remote, challenging environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology or related field and 5 years of laboratory tests on construction/geotechnical materials.
• White Card.
• Experience supervising and reporting on construction materials testing.
• Construction project experience preferred.
• Understanding of Australian and International Standards for concrete and earthworks.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong teaching and coaching skills.
• Ability to lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of laboratory testing of soils, aggregates and concrete in a safe and quality-driven manner.
• Manage the laboratory team of technicians and scheduling.
• Coordinate activities with other departments and subcontracted labs.
• Prepare daily shift reports and approve reports.
• Data management and analysis.
• Oversee training and utilization of staff.
• Maintain laboratory and equipment cleanliness and calibrations.
• Evaluate performance and support professional growth.
• Ensure worksheets and reports are prepared for clients and subcontractors.
• Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement.

Skills

Laboratory testing oversight

Team leadership

Communication skills

Lab safety & QA

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology or related field

White Card

Job description

The Future Generation Joint Venture brings together the combined engineering experience and expertise of WeBuild, Clough and Lane and has been selected to design construct Snowy 2.0. This project is based within the Snowy Mountains in NSW and will deliver one of the largest pumped hydro schemes in the world.

Snowy 2.0 is the next chapter in the Snowy Scheme's history. It is the largest committed renewable energy project in Australia and will provide on-demand energy and large-scale storage for many generations to come. This Iconic Project has and will continue to create its own legacy in Australian history.

Purpose of the Role:

The Laboratory Lead will support the project by supervising construction materials testing on soils, aggregates, rock, grout and concrete. They will supervise and coordinate testing activities, issue reports, implement and operate under quality management systems and liaise with subcontractors.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology or related field and 5 years of experience performing laboratory tests on construction and geotechnical materials
• White Card

Experience:

• Experience in supervising and reporting on construction materials testing activities
• Construction project experience preferred
• Good understanding of Australian and International Standards relating to concrete and earthworks
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Strong teaching and coaching skills
• Ability to lead a team
• Ability to collaborate across technical functions, site construction engineers and external stakeholders
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Ability to work to deadlines and targets and can prioritise tasks under pressure
• Familiar with lab methodologies and understand the importance of clean and orderly workspace by diligently following all lab procedures for health and safety
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Able to work independently or as an active member of a team
• Strong computer skills; Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
• Strong organizational skills and strong attention to detail
• Ability to carry out work instructions and directives to provide satisfactory outcomes.

Core Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Knowledge of laboratory testing of soils, aggregates and concrete ensuring that the laboratory testing services are conducted in a safe manner and consistent with company quality protocols, project requirements, and in a timely manner
• Management of laboratory team of technicians, including signing in/timesheets, allocation of duties and scheduling of tasks
• Coordinating activities internally with other departments and with subcontracted laboratory service providers
• Preparation of daily shift reports
• Approving reports
• Data management and analysis
• Oversee or coordinate the training and utilization of laboratory staff.
• Oversee or coordinate the maintenance and cleanliness of the laboratory and testing equipment (including calibrations)
• Evaluate the performance of the laboratory employees and assists them in their professional development and growth, consistent with company policies and procedures
• Ensure that worksheets, chain-of-custody documents, reports, proposals, and information required by subcontractors and client are properly prepared and reported
• Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Monitor quality standards and practices

The above listed authorities & responsibilities are only a guide and may change as directed by your Manager/Supervisor or as per the requirements of FGJV Management.

As an employee you will be eligible to participate in a number of additional employee benefits. This includes:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development

The employment relationship will be governed by Australia or New Zealand Employment Law.

These positions are in remote challenging areas with extreme cold temperatures which need to be considered before applying for these roles.

Working with Clough provides you with access to challenging projects and career opportunities, along with access to professional development through our various internal and external training programs.