Laboratory Technician | Bass Point at LEHIGH HANSON INC

, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Dec, 25

Salary

40.58

Posted On

29 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Laboratory Testing, Health And Safety, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Customer Focus, Attention To Detail, Numeracy Skills, Literacy Skills, Physical Fitness, Equipment Calibration, Self-motivation, Risk Awareness, Strong Work Ethic, Teamwork, Ownership, Responsibility

Industry

Wholesale Building Materials

Description

Heidelberg Materials Australia have an opportunity for a Laboratory Technician to join the aggregates team at our NATA Accredited Laboratory based at the Bass Point Quarry, located within the Illawarra region of NSW. We are seeking a self-motivated candidate with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who is physically fit and possesses a strong work ethic. This is not your usual white coat lab role! You’ll be out in the field in your high vis and PPE, sampling and testing as well as working within the Quarry Laboratory. The successful applicant will have impeccable customer focus and be highly motivated and enthusiastic, be risk aware and safety driven. This is an excellent opportunity to enter the construction industry in a full-time technical role within one of Australia's leading construction materials suppliers. In your new role, you will: Perform quarry material testing – Aggregate & Soil Carry out equipment calibrations Ensure Laboratory NATA requirements are maintained Assist the technical team This role is a great fit for you if you have: Excellent Health and Safety behaviours Strong literacy and numeracy skills (written & verbal) Physically fit A current driver’s licence Available to work weekends and regular overtime Professional work ethic Previous experience as a Laboratory Technician An ability to take ownership and manage your own area of responsibility without close supervision Customer focused and excellent attention to detail What we offer: Great base hourly rate starting at $31.11, with higher rates up to $40.58 per hour depending on experience and competency level + OT, allowances & super Weekly pay cycle & Monthly RDO accrual with options to use them your way Company uniforms and PPE are supplied Opportunity to complete Certificate/Diploma in Lab Techniques through our affiliated RTO while you work Full training from a friendly, experienced and supportive team Be part of highly recognised global brand name and successful organisation Ongoing career growth, training and development opportunities Our Recruitment Process: Submit your application online, be sure to answer all the prescreening questions when you apply! Short listed applicants will be contacted to complete a quick phone screen If you application is progressed, you will be invited to attend a face-to-face interview. If your interview is successful, then you will be booked in for a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol screen and upon successful completion of this you will be offered a contract. About Heidelberg Materials With more than 4,000 employees across 300 sites, we have an extensive production and logistics network across Australia. We think global and act local - we benefit from global research and development enhanced by national collaboration to offer a comprehensive range of high-quality concrete, aggregates, road base, sand and asphalt products. We also produce a wide range of sustainable and recycled construction materials for civil construction and infrastructure projects. We are driven by excellence and high performance and together we will shape Australia’s construction materials industry building a legacy for generations to come. Our Benefits At Heidelberg Materials, we understand that your well-being and professional growth are essential. That's why we offer a comprehensive range of employee benefits to enhance your work-life balance, personal development, and financial savings. Salary Sacrifice: Take control of your finances by saving on, technology, and work-related items through our salary sacrifice program. Learning and Development: Fuel your career ambitions with our extensive learning and development opportunities, enabling you to unlock your full potential. Paid Parental and Grandparent Leave: We support your family life with generous paid leave options, helping you cherish those precious moments with loved ones. Discounted Concrete & Quarry Products: Save on your home improvement projects with exclusive discounts on concrete and quarry products. Novated Leasing: Drive your dream car for less through our partnership with TFM, offering fantastic discounts on vehicles. Health and Well-being: Prioritise your health with discounted health insurance, access to retail outlets, and affordable gym memberships. Car Hire Discounts: Enjoy savings on car rentals through our exclusive car hire discounts. Electronics: Enjoy a 10% discount on a variety of products from JB HiFi. Heidelberg Materials is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome people from all walks of life. We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, and the LGBTQI+ community. We’ll Make It Happen Shaping the future, building successes Heidelberg Materials – your springboard into the future of the construction materials industry. As a globally leading company in the construction sector, we manufacture one of the most widely used products, paving the way not only toward more sustainable production but also toward your personal success story. Our bold and innovative approach focuses on massive CO₂ reduction, efficient recycling technologies, and digital solutions – setting new standards for the industry. In our globally connected and locally rooted community, your ideas have the power to shape a better tomorrow for people. With us, you’re not just shaping the industry’s future; you’re shaping your own. Let’s get to work! Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

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Responsibilities

The Laboratory Technician will perform quarry material testing, including aggregate and soil analysis, and carry out equipment calibrations. They will also ensure that laboratory NATA requirements are maintained and assist the technical team.