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Situated in Westburleigh QLD, we are on the lookout for a dedicated and experienced individual to join our team as a Laboratory Technician in the Quarries sector! In this role, working independently and reporting to the Quarry Manager, you will be engaged in a variety of tasks, including sampling, testing, training, supervision, record maintenance, and reporting results for our diverse range of quarry-related products.
Your day will involve:
- Conduct collection of Quarry samples on site
- Conduct testing in accordance with laboratory work instructions, test methods, preparation instructions, and manuals.
- Calibrate laboratory equipment as required.
- Maintain, observe, and take part in the statutory safety requirements of the Laboratory operations
- Complete Monthly Belt Cuts for sampling on production materials as required
What are we looking for?
- Safe Work Priority - a commitment to safety and quality
- Experience as a raw material tester and knowledge of NATA ISO/IEC 17025 requirements
- Well-developed skills and understanding of computer systems for monitoring and reporting data (especially with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel,QEST).
- An ability to cope with competing priorities and deadlines
- Knowledge of Australian and Industry standards
- A current drivers licence
- Physically fit and is able to perform manual tasks which includes heavy lifting
What’s on offer?
- Access to a fully funded Cert IV Laboratory Techniques
- Genuine career growth opportunities supported by industry leaders
- Employment stability – permanent role
- Competitive hourly rate + overtime + allowances
- Equal opportunity employer
- Organisation dedicated to health and safety of employees
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.
