Laboratory Technician
- Conduct testing of construction materials in accordance with laboratory work instructions.
- Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure compliance with safety and accreditation standards.
- Report test results and maintain accurate records.
Based in Winston Hills, we are looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our Technical Services Team. Working as part of a team, this role reports directly to the Laboratory Section Head.
Duties involve undertaking sampling of construction materials, preparation of test samples, trail mixing, testing and physical analysis of these samples, reporting of test results and maintenance of records.
The main responsibilities include:
- 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 Section Head
- Working with concrete and other construction materials
Skills and experience:
- A commitment to Safety and Quality
- Well-developed skills and understanding of computer systems for monitoring and reporting of data
- Good time management and organisational skills
- Driver's license
- An ability to cope with competing priorities and deadlines
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Strong analytical skills and a customer focus
About Boral
We are Australia’s leading vertically-integrated construction materials solution provider and have been helping to build and enable a strong, modern Australia for more than 75 years. Our integrated network includes upstream assets – quarries, cement operations and our bitumen JV - and downstream operations across, recycling, concrete and concrete placing and asphalt.
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.
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