Specialist Soil Testing Technician

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

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.

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.

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.

About Us

Come together and make a meaningful impact.

We bring our people together to create something bigger and solve some of the world's most complex problems. Come and experience the power of commitment and see strategy and ideas come to life when you join GHD.

Let’s drive real change.

Our Pledge to You

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 empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

See where your commitment could take you.

#PowerOfCommitment

Who We Are

GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.

The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.