AddressAbout the Business
The Geo Technical Management Group is a 100% Australian-owned and operated construction material testing and drilling company. Established in 1986 in Hervey Bay, we pride ourselves on our local knowledge and experience in regional areas from South-East Queensland to Central Queensland. We provide quality testing services that underpin the design, construction, and safety of some of Australia’s most iconic and important infrastructure projects. Due to unprecedented success, our business is continually growing and we are looking to engage entry-level Technicians to grow with us and receive mentorship from our geotechnical experts.
Our Geotechnical Services Bundaberg Laboratory is currently seeking Entry Level Technician/s with a keen interest in learning, long-term employment, onsite training, guaranteed career path, and the opportunity to complete a company-funded Certificate 3 in Laboratory Skills and beyond (up to Advanced Diploma) as time progresses.
About the Role
As an Entry-Level Technician, you will be supervised by senior staff and instructed by the Laboratory Manager. The position will require you to assist in soil, aggregate, and concrete preparation practices, basic laboratory testing, and assisting our field technicians on local construction projects and quarry sampling. Laboratory preparation and site sampling across our full scope of accreditation for materials testing in accordance with AS1289, Qld Main Roads, AS1012 & AS1141.
From preparing samples in the laboratory to testing on major infrastructure projects to managing a laboratory, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of integrity, diligence, and high performance, as we understand the critical role that materials testing plays in ensuring successful construction outcomes. Our clients trust us to provide them with the peace of mind they need to manage construction risk effectively.
Duties required of the role:
- Assist in soil preparation practices, basic laboratory testing, field sampling in a timely manner
- Help prepare samples for processing and laboratory testing
- Work and communicate in a team environment
- Ensure an excellent quality of standard is always maintained
- Enthusiasm and motivation with the ability to work unsupervised whilst upholding safety, quality, and company policy standard
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Communication with both the internal and external stakeholders
- Report any non-conforming works in line with company policy and procedures
- Continually strive to achieve improvement within the role and the company
To be successful in this role, you will ideally possess:
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, word, excel)
- Ability to lift heavy loads for extended hours (repeatably)
- Mathematical aptitude
- Strong communication and problem solving skills
- Reliability and punctuality
- Ability to follow work practices and testing procedures
- Willingness to learn and undertake formal training (company provided)
- Current driver’s license
- Ability to pass drug and alcohol screening
- Construction Blue card/white card
Why work for Geotechnical Services?
- Competitive rates
- Company funded formal qualifications
- Multiple career paths
- Friendly, supportive, and fun team environment
- Opportunities to travel
- Mentorship from some of Australia’s most experienced and highly regarded geotechnical testing experts
- Regular team-building activities
We foster an equal opportunity workplace and appreciate the distinctive talents, experiences, and perspectives that a diverse and inclusive team contributes to our business.
If you believe you have the appropriate skills and attributes to succeed in this role, please forward your current resume and cover letter for consideration.
We are also interested to hear from applicants looking for Casual or Part-time work, please just indicate your preference when applying.
Applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
