Senior Geotechnical Lab Technician - Advanced Soil Testing

GHD; Sydney; Presencial; AUD 95.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

GHD in Sydney (Artarmon) seeks a Specialist Soil Testing Technician with advanced geotechnical testing experience to lead specialist laboratory testing within our nationally recognised team.

An experienced Soil Testing Technician transitioning to Specialist level is welcomed; training and support are provided. You’ll work with an energetic team on major geotechnical projects across transport, energy and water.

Formación

• 5+ years’ experience as a Specialist testing technician with advanced soil mechanics testing.
• 10+ years’ experience in CMT and geotechnical testing with senior development potential.
• A Certificate IV, Diploma, Associate Degree or equivalent in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Technology or Laboratory Science.
• Strong understanding of ISO/IEC 17025 and NATA accreditation requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and commitment to workplace safety.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the delivery, analysis and reporting of advanced geotechnical laboratory testing programs.
• Act as the laboratory’s subject matter expert in advanced soil mechanics testing.
• Perform complex testing on soil, rock and aggregate samples (triaxial, direct shear, consolidation).
• Ensure testing is delivered in line with ISO/IEC 17025, NATA accreditation and client specifications.
• Maintain calibration records for laboratory equipment and ensure compliance with testing standards.
• Collaborate with engineers, geologists and hydrogeologists to support high-quality project outcomes.

Conocimientos

Soil testing

Geotechnical testing

Triaxial testing

Direct shear testing

Consolidation testing

Laboratory testing

Excel proficiency

Educación

Civil Engineering qualification

Geotechnical Engineering qualification

Engineering Technology

Laboratory Science qualification

Herramientas

ISO/IEC 17025

NATA accreditation requirements

Descripción del empleo

GHD in Sydney (Artarmon) seeks a Specialist Soil Testing Technician with advanced geotechnical testing experience to lead specialist laboratory testing within our nationally recognised team.

An experienced Soil Testing Technician transitioning to Specialist level is welcomed; training and support are provided. You’ll work with an energetic team on major geotechnical projects across transport, energy and water.