**Division**: Boral Resources QLD P/L
**Department**: ASPHALT QLD
**Work type**: Permanent - full time
**Location**: Brisbane
**Your next Opportunity**:
Excellent opportunity for a motivated and experienced individual to join our Asphalt business as their new Laboratory Technician based in West Burleigh QLD 4219.
The main focus of this position will be in undertaking tasks in relation to sampling, mechanical testing, physical analysis, maintenance of records, reporting of results for our aggregate and asphalt related products. This is a permanent role with occasional overtime.
**Your day will involve**:
- Conduct physical testing in accordance with laboratory work instructions, test methods, preparation instructions and manuals
- Field sampling and testing on project sites
- Calibration of laboratory equipment
- Maintain, observe, and take part in the statutory safety requirements of the Laboratory operation
- Assist in the maintenance of the Laboratory according to NATA accreditation requirements
- Other duties as directed
**What are we looking for?**
- Flexibility to work Monday to Sunday and on shift work when required
- Availability to work on project sites away from home
- Strong analytical skill and a commitment to safety and quality
- Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised in the laboratory
- Previous construction materials laboratory experience is preferred
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in science or another relevant discipline e.g., Civil, Materials (desirable)
- Understanding of computer systems for monitoring and reporting of data
- Knowledge of Australian and Industry standards
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Valid Australian driver's licence
**What's on offer?**
- Competitive Salary PLUS other company benefits on offer
- Access to various support networks, including the Boral Employee Assistance Program
- Embark on a dynamic career with a leading national construction industry player, offering authentic pathways for career growth and development
- Join a collaborative team environment within an organization dedicated to employee safety and delivering impeccable work quality for our valued customers
**About Boral Asphalt**
Boral Asphalt supplies high quality surfacing solutions for a wide range of Australian road and construction projects - from local streets to highly complex infrastructure including freeways, highways and airport runways. The Boral Asphalt business includes asphalt manufacturing sites, 'spray seal' depots, and an asphalt contracting service.
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. _
**Application closing date**: 07 Feb 2025