HiQ, formerly Hi-Quality Group, a privately Australian owned family company, has an excellent opportunity for a Laboratory Technician to join our ourTechnical Services team based at Bulla Victoria.
Our company has been established for over 60 years and specialises in resource recycling, landfills, waste treatment, quarry operations, and transport and logistics, with operations across NSW, Victoria and Queensland.
Principal Accountabilities:
- Performing daily laboratory testing
- Preparing and testing soil, and material samples
- Ensuring testing is performed in accordance with agreed standards
- Ensuring consistency in accuracy and timely output of work
- Administration duties setting up work orders and reports
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with company operational personnel
- Ensure compliance with company WHS, quality and environmental policies and guidelines
The successful applicant will ideally:
- Have strong communication skills
- Be well presented
- Have reliable transport
- Demonstrate mathematical aptitude and numerical capability
- Have exceptional attention to detail, common sense approach and accuracy
- Possess strong interpersonal skills with an ability to handle conflicting situations
- Be positive, friendly and outcome focused
It would be an advantage to have any of the following:
- Minimum 2 to 3 years' experience in a similar role
- Relevant laboratory and/or materials testing qualifications and/or training
- Demonstrated experience in quarry product, geotechnical or soil testing
- Experience working in a NATA accredited laboratory
- Understanding of associated industry testing methods and standards
- Understanding of Australian Standards 1289 & 1141
- LIMS Geotester software experience
What we offer:
- Full Training
- Friendly and supportive working environment
- Company phone and laptop
- Opportunities for career development
How to apply:
If you feel your skills and experience are suitable for this position, we would like to hear from you.
Please apply now in strict confidence by submitting your CV together with a cover letter.
You will be required to meet the company's employment criteria, including (but not limited to) a full medical examination and a drug and alcohol test.
Please note only those being shortlisted for interview will be contacted.