Specialist Soil Testing Technician

GHD Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

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

The role offers opportunities to work on major projects across transport, energy and water, with training and support to progress to a specialist level while ensuring ISO/IEC 17025 and NATA compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience as a Specialist testing technician with advanced soil mechanics testing including triaxial, direct shear and consolidation testing.
• 10+ years’ experience in CMT and geotechnical testing aiming for specialist level.
• Certificate IV, Diploma, Associate Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering, 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 a strong commitment to workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery, analysis and reporting of advanced geotechnical laboratory testing programs.
• Provide technical guidance as the laboratory's SME in advanced soil mechanics testing.
• Perform complex testing on soil, rock and aggregate samples, including triaxial, direct shear and consolidation testing.
• Ensure testing is delivered in line with ISO/IEC 17025, NATA accreditation, Australian Standards, client specs and internal quality systems.
• Maintain calibration records for laboratory equipment and ensure compliance with testing standards.
• Collaborate with the broader geoscience team to support high-quality project outcomes.

Skills

Soil mechanics testing

Triaxial testing

Direct shear testing

Consolidation testing

MS Excel

Safety compliance

Education

Civil/Geotechnical Engineering qualification

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

At GHD, we don't just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

That's why we pledge to support and empower our people to make a positive impact when working hand in hand with our business to drive change. We'll empower you with the right technology and training as you bring ideas and projects to life.

Together with your colleagues, clients and partners, you can make an impact that is felt by all. See where your commitment could take you.

Who are we looking for?

We're seeking a Specialist Soil Testing Technician with advanced geotechnical testing experience to join our busy Sydney (Artarmon) laboratory. You'll help us deliver major geotechnical engineering projects across transport, energy and water, by leading specialist laboratory testing within our nationally recognised geotechnical team.

We're also open to an experienced Soil Testing Technician who is ready to build their capability and step up into a Specialist level senior role, with training and support provided.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Leading the delivery, analysis and reporting of advanced geotechnical laboratory testing programs.
• Providing technical guidance as the laboratory's subject matter expert in advanced soil mechanics testing.
• Performing complex testing on soil, rock and aggregate samples, including triaxial, direct shear and consolidation testing.
• Ensuring testing is delivered in line with ISO/IEC 17025, NATA accreditation requirements, Australian Standards, client specifications and internal quality systems.
• Maintaining calibration records for laboratory equipment and ensuring compliance with the testing standards.
• Working closely with our broader geoscience team, including engineers, geologists, geophysicists and hydrogeologists, to support high-quality project outcomes.

At GHD, we don't just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

That's why we pledge to support and empower our people to make a positive impact when working hand in hand with our business to drive change. We'll empower you with the right technology and training as you bring ideas and projects to life.

Together with your colleagues, clients and partners, you can make an impact that is felt by all. See where your commitment could take you.

What you will bring to the team

• 5+ years’ experience as a Specialist testing technician, with demonstrated expertise in advanced soil mechanics testing, including triaxial, direct shear and consolidation testing and the relevant testing standards.
• Alternatively, 10+ years’ experience in CMT and geotechnical testing, with a strong interest in developing your career into a specialist level role.
• A Certificate IV, Diploma, Associate Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Technology or Laboratory Science.
• A strong understanding of ISO/IEC 17025 and NATA accreditation requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly excel, along with a strong commitment to workplace safety.

Interested?

GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.

We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.

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