Technician - Environmental Testing

Future Generation Joint Venture - FGJV; Snowy Monaro Regional Council; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Future Generation Joint Venture (FGJV) is seeking an Environmental Testing Technician to support field and lab testing of soils, rock and water on our projects. You will perform laboratory analyses, record data, and report findings in line with quality management systems.

Ideally you hold a science degree and a White Card, with experience in chemistry or environmental science labs, preferably in construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science or related field preferred.
• White Card (Construction Card).
• Experience testing in a chemistry or environment science laboratory.
• Experience in construction industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge and physical ability to perform laboratory testing of soils, rock and water, ensuring that the laboratory testing services are conducted in a safe manner and according to project specifications.
• Operation of chemical testing area including handling and disposal of hazardous waste.
• Coordinating activities internally with other departments and with subcontracted laboratory service providers.
• Coordination of off-site testing including logistics, chain-of-custody documentation, and reporting.
• Data entry and generation of reports.
• Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement. Monitor quality standards and practices.
• Assist with the calibration and maintenance of the laboratory equipment.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Data management

Time management

Organisational skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Purpose of the Role:

The Environmental testing technician will support the project by coordinating and performing environmental materials testing on soils, rock, and water. They will be an active team employee conducting laboratory tests, recording and/or reporting data, operating under quality management systems and liaising with subcontractors.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in science or related field is preferred
• White Card (Construction Card)

Experience:

• Experience testing in a chemistry or environment science laboratory
• Experience working in a similar role – preferably in the construction industry

Required Competencies:

• Analytical chemistry skills i.e. sample preparation, titration, pH measurement
• Computer knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office applications
• Well-developed time management and organisational skills
• Data management skills
• Ability to work independently

Core Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Knowledge and physical ability to perform laboratory testing of soils, rock and water, ensuring that the laboratory testing services are conducted in a safe manner and according to project specifications
• Operation of chemical testing area including handling and disposal of hazardous waste.
• Coordinating activities internally with other departments and with subcontracted laboratory service providers.
• Coordination of off-site testing including logistics, chain-of-custody documentation, and reporting.
• Data entry and generation of reports.
• Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement. Monitor quality standards and practices.
• Assist with the calibration and maintenance of the laboratory equipment.

The above listed authorities & responsibilities are only a guide and may change as directed by your Manager/Supervisor or as per the requirements of FGJV Management.