Technical Services Lead, Labs & Field Trials

Sika Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Supportive working environment with a强

Training and development

Job summary

Sika Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a Senior Technical Leader to drive the Technical Services strategy for our Construction, Industry and Mining segments. You will lead lab operations, support substrate compatibility tests, and oversee QA documentation to ensure market-ready solutions.

You will also lead on-site customer trials, provide expert guidance on product selection and application methods, and collaborate with Sales, R&D and Product Management to translate technical insights into

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline is required.
• 5+ years in technical service, application engineering, or R&D in specialty chemicals/industrial materials.
• Knowledge of adhesive and sealant application technologies and substrate compatibility.
• Experience leading technical teams and cross-functional projects.
• Willingness to travel for on-site trials and customer support.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the technical services strategy aligned with market objectives.
• Oversee laboratory testing, substrate compatibility, durability testing, and QA documentation.
• Maintain high standards of technical documentation, test reports, SOPs, and QA guidelines.
• Provide expert guidance on product selection, joint design, surface preparation, and application methods.
• Lead on-site customer trials, plant audits, and production-line validations.
• Deliver rapid root-cause analysis and corrective actions for application challenges.
• Facilitate technical workshops, customer training, and best-practice coaching.
• Collaborate with Sales, BDMs, and R&D to translate technical expertise into commercial success.
• Manage product validation documentation and compliance approvals including PPAP.
• Provide customer feedback and market insights to R&D and Product Management.

Skills

Technical leadership

Lab operations

Customer support

Commercial collaboration

Operational excellence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Sika Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a Senior Technical Leader to drive the Technical Services strategy for our Construction, Industry and Mining segments. You will lead lab operations, support substrate compatibility tests, and oversee QA documentation to ensure market-ready solutions.

You will also lead on-site customer trials, provide expert guidance on product selection and application methods, and collaborate with Sales, R&D and Product Management to translate technical insights into