Lab Technician at Fulton Hogan

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Attention To Detail, Professional Communication, Workplace Safety, Teamwork, Microsoft Office Suite, Laboratory Techniques, Testing, Record Keeping, Chemical Handling, Technical Support

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Job Description Our people share the same set of values that keep us REAL. Respect, Energy and Effort, Attitude and Leadership encapsulates what we stand for at Fulton Hogan and encourage us to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where we listen to, care for, celebrate, and respect everyone. What’s on offer? We currently have a vacancy for a Laboratory Technician to join the team at Fulton Hogan based at our Eastern Creek site. This position will suit either entry level or experienced candidates looking to take the next step in their career. You’ll be Accountable for The successful candidate will be responsible for the testing of asphalt, aggregates and bitumen to relevant standard methods in our NATA Laboratory, as well as monitoring compaction and conducting testing in the field. Reporting to the Laboratory Supervisor your responsibilities will include; Sampling and testing asphalt, aggregates and bitumen including onsite sampling and compaction monitoring. The hands-on, day-to-day management of sampling and testing in accordance with specified requirements. The handling and management of chemicals in line with relevant standards Management of reporting, record keeping and calibrations including reporting non-conforming product. Conduct procedures safely and maintain good housekeeping of laboratory and surrounds. Providing technical support to production departments. Maintain the laboratory in accordance with NATA requirements. Travel will be required, based on the needs of the business. Dayshift, nightshift and some weekend work will be required. How you’ll connect to the role? To be successful in this position you will require the following skills/experience: Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure and achieve strict deadlines Professional communication, written and interpersonal skills Honest, confident and reliable Commitment to workplace safety, quality, punctuality, reliability, respect for others and to work as part of an efficient team Current and valid Driver’s Licence Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques (is advantageous) Previous experience in heavy industries or an interest in this field of work (is advantageous) Be willing to travel as away work will be required Ideally you will have an understanding of the asphalt, cement of quarries industries. (is advantageous) Having a demonstrated knowledge of Australian standards for laboratories would be viewed favourably, but is not essential as full training will be provided. You will be proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel. Want to be paid well for the Good Work you do? Apply now to learn more about the applicable hourly rate and allowances. Living Safely: We place people at the heart of everything we do because everyone has the right to go home safely. We have an unrelenting focus on the effective management of critical risks and take personal responsibility for keeping ourselves and others safe. Keen to progress your career? We invest in our people and provide career development pathways by offering apprenticeships, traineeship, and certificate(s) opportunities. If additional tickets & licenses are required, we can help with that too. Looking to enhance your wellbeing? We offer great benefits, including corporate health and fitness programs, health insurance discounts, personal banking support, and a range of retailer discounts. We also provide access to our Employee Assistance Program (including your immediate family). Want to help us better the communities we live and work in? Our purpose of creating, connecting, and caring for communities is more than a saying to us – it’s a way of thinking, working, and living because we're locals too, and seek to give back in ways that strengthen and build resilient communities. You’ll find us partnering with local and national community groups, like Clontarf Foundation, Black Dog Institute, and Soldier On, in addition to indigenous groups and social enterprises, to ensure that our good work positively impacts and brings about sustainable change within our industry. If our REAL values resonate with you, please submit an application for the position. If you’re not sure that you meet 100% of the selection criteria, that’s okay, we would still like to hear from you and potentially discuss how your skills could be utilised at Fulton Hogan. For 90 years, Fulton Hogan has been delivering high-quality infrastructure to improve the lives of people every day. Our 10,000+ team works in every kind of weather and environment, creating, connecting, and caring for communities across Australia and New Zealand. We celebrate and embrace diversity across our business and are committed to equal employment opportunities. We believe in the value that diversity brings to our team and people who share our REAL values are encouraged to apply. We are driven by fresh ideas and opportunities. We aim to do more and do better – for our people, our communities and the countries that we work in. As an employer, we know this relationship is a two-way street. We’re always looking for people who are passionate about the work they do. If that’s you, we’d like to invite you to become part of our family and join us in the good work we do.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for testing asphalt, aggregates, and bitumen in accordance with relevant standards. This includes onsite sampling, compaction monitoring, and maintaining laboratory standards.