Laboratory Technician - Asphalt Testing (Day/Night Shifts)

Boral; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & benefits

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Boral Asphalt in Cairns is seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician to join our team. You will conduct physical testing, perform field sampling, calibrate equipment and maintain strict safety and quality records for asphalt and aggregate products.

The role involves a mix of laboratory and site work with day/night shifts and occasional weekend work, supporting a leading national construction materials provider committed to excellence.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skill and a commitment to safety and quality.
• Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised in the laboratory.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Flexibility to work across day and night shifts, including weekends when required.
• Previous construction materials laboratory experience preferred.
• Understanding of computer systems for monitoring and reporting data.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical testing in accordance with laboratory work instructions and test methods.
• Field sampling and testing on project sites.
• Calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Maintain safety and compliance with statutory requirements in the lab.
• Assist in maintaining the laboratory according to accreditation standards (NATA).
• Perform other duties as directed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Self-motivation

Laboratory testing

Job description

Boral Asphalt in Cairns is seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician to join our team. You will conduct physical testing, perform field sampling, calibrate equipment and maintain strict safety and quality records for asphalt and aggregate products.

The role involves a mix of laboratory and site work with day/night shifts and occasional weekend work, supporting a leading national construction materials provider committed to excellence.