Your next opportunity
Based in the Wide Bay region, we are looking for Laboratory Technician that will sit in a team that services 3 Quarries and 3 Concrete plants in the Wide Bay Area.
Working as part of a team, this role reports directly to the Laboratory Team Lead.
Duties involve undertaking sampling of construction materials, preparation of test samples, testing and physical analysis of these samples, reporting of test results and maintenance of records.
Your day will involve:
Conduct testing in accordance with laboratory work instructions, test methods, preparation instructions and manuals.
Prescribed calibrations and checks of laboratory test equipment.
Maintain, observe, and participate in the statutory Safety requirements of the Laboratory.
Maintenance of the Laboratory NATA accreditation requirements.
Other duties as directed by the Team Lead.
What are we looking for?
A commitment to Safety and Quality.
Well-developed skills and understanding of computer systems for monitoring and reporting of data preferred.
Good time management and organisational skills.
An ability to cope with competing priorities and deadlines.
Good communication and organisational skills.
Strong analytical skills and a customer focus.
Knowledge of Concrete, Aggregate and Soils testing an advantage.
Cert IV in Laboratory Techniques desirable.
Current driver's licence.
What's on offer?
Tool of trade vehicle provided.
Willing to accept entry level candidates.
About Boral Quarries
Boral is Australia's leading quarry operator, with 76 quarries, sand pits and gravel operations, supplying about 30 million tonnes of product annually. Our raw materials of stone, gravel and sand are used to build our homes, workplaces, public buildings, roads, and key infrastructure projects.
Our people provide solutions to help customers and stakeholders build a sustainable future in a changing world. Our values are what matters to us and guide our behaviours: Safety, Teamwork, Ambition, Accountability and Respect.
We're proud of our legacy as a great Australian business and have a strong foundation to improve and continue fulfilling our purpose and what we do best - building something great.
Boral values and is committed to creating a diverse working environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All suitable applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or age.