Overview
Heidelberg Materials Australia have an opportunity for a
Laboratory Technician
to join the aggregates team at our NATA Accredited Laboratory based at the
Bass Point Quarry
, located within the Illawarra region of NSW.
We are seeking a self-motivated candidate with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who is physically fit and possesses a strong work ethic.
This is not your usual white coat lab role!
You'll be out in the field in your high viz and PPE, sampling and testing as well as working within the Quarry Laboratory.
The successful applicant will have impeccable customer focus and be highly motivated and enthusiastic, be risk aware and safety driven. This is an excellent opportunity to enter the construction industry in a
full-time technical role
within one of Australia's leading construction materials suppliers.
In Your New Role, You Will
Perform quarry material testing - Aggregate & Soil
Carry out equipment calibrations
Ensure Laboratory NATA requirements are maintained
Assist the technical team
What This Role Is A Great Fit For You If You Have
Excellent Health and Safety behaviours
Strong literacy and numeracy skills (written & verbal)
Physically fit
A current driver's license
Available to work weekends and regular overtime
Skilled work ethic
Previous experience as a Laboratory Technician
An ability to take ownership and manage your own area of responsibility without close supervision
Customer focused and excellent attention to detail
What We Offer
Great base hourly rate starting at $31.11, with higher rates up to $40.58 per hour depending on experience and competency level + OT, allowances & super
Weekly pay cycle & Monthly RDO accrual with options to use them your way
Company uniforms and PPE are supplied
Opportunity to complete Certificate/Diploma in Lab Techniques through our affiliated RTO while you work
Full training from a friendly, experienced and supportive team
Be part of a highly recognised global brand name and successful organisation
Ongoing career growth, training and development opportunities
Our Recruitment Process
Submit your application online, be sure to answer all the prescreening questions when you apply
Short listed applicants will be contacted to complete a quick phone screen
If your application is progressed, you will be invited to attend a face-to-face interview
If your interview is successful, you will be booked in for a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol screen and upon successful completion you will be offered a contract
About Heidelberg Materials
With more than 4,000 employees across 300 sites, we have an extensive production and logistics network across Australia. We think global and act local – we benefit from global research and development enhanced by national collaboration to offer a comprehensive range of high-quality concrete, aggregates, road base, sand and asphalt products. We also produce a wide range of sustainable and recycled construction materials for civil construction and infrastructure projects. We are driven by excellence and high performance and together we will shape Australia's construction materials industry building a legacy for generations to come.
Our Benefits
Salary Sacrifice: Take control of your finances by saving on technology and work-related items through our salary sacrifice program.
Learning and Development: Fuel your career ambitions with our extensive learning and development opportunities.
Paid Parental and Grandparent Leave: Generous paid leave options to support your family life.
Discounted Concrete & Quarry Products: Save on home improvement projects.
Novated Leasing: Drive your dream car for less through our partnership with TFM.
Health and Well-being: Discounted health insurance, retail outlets access, and gym memberships.
Car Hire Discounts: Savings on car rentals.
Electronics: 10% discount on a range of JB HiFi products.
Heidelberg Materials is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome people from all walks of life. We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, and the LGBTQI+ community.
We'll Make It Happen
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📌 Quarry Lab Technician
🏢 ILLAWARRA MERCURY
📍 Wollongong