AddressAbout the business
Soil Engineering Services (SES), is a leading Queensland provider of geotechnical testing services, dedicated to ensuring the foundation of construction, building, and infrastructure projects. With over two decades of experience in the Queensland regions, SES has firmly established its roots boasting locations in key areas such as Townsville, Mackay, and even reaching the remote landscapes of Cloncurry and Mt Isa.
At SES, we specialise in the testing of soil, aggregates, and concrete, providing invaluable insights crucial for the success of diverse projects. Our experience extends beyond Queensland, as we have the capability to set up site-specific laboratories, annexes, and branch laboratories across Australia.
When you work for SES, you’ll join a team of passionate soil testers and be a part of a company that values expertise, excellence, and the pursuit of knowledge in the ever-evolving field of geotechnical testing. Part of a larger group of companies, we offer our people opportunities and benefits that rival larger companies, ensuring our people feel valued and nurtured in their careers.
About the role
As a Soil Technician we will require you to:
- Undertake both field and laboratory testing across a broad range of methods, including but not limited to Australian Standards and TMR
- Complete laboratory testing at the required production level
- Undertake training in test methods
- Follow procedures directed by the Senior Technicians team
- Prepare worksheets checking measurements and calculations of test results of other technicians
- Learn the internal Protest Software Matrix (PSM)
- Maintain, clean and test equipment while keeping work area tidy
- Liaise with internal staff and clients
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities and Attitude
You will be self-motivated, a fast learner and bring a positive attitude to the team.
We are ideally looking for experienced technicians who possess:
- Good knowledge of Microsoft office Suite (Outlook, Word and Excel)
- The ability to work flexible hours
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- The ability to work under pressure, show initiative, prioritise and schedule work
- The ability to be a team player and work unsupervised
Qualifications
- Current driver’s licence
- Minimum of 2 year’s relevant experience
- Certificate 3 in Construction Materials Testing (preferable)
- Nuclear License
