• Coordinate testing workflows and mentor technicians in a specialised lab
• Conduct and review advanced soil and rock mechanical tests with precision
• Take the next step in your lab career with a stable, hands-on leadership role

JOIN TRILAB: PIONEERS IN INDEPENDENT SOIL AND ROCK MECHANICAL TESTING IN AUSTRALASIA.

For nearly three decades, Trilab has been at the forefront of independent soil and rock mechanical testing, delivering project services that include soil and rock examinations, calibration, and instrumentation testing to the Asia-Pacific mining, civil construction, and infrastructure industries. Renowned as a trusted advisor, we serve National and International organisations, providing expertise for independent testing and verification.
We are part of the Kiwa Group, a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification, you’ll join a network of over 10,000 professionals across 40+ countries.
We’re looking for a hands-on Shift Coordinator to support our specialised testing laboratory. This role is perfect for someone with strong lab experience who’s ready to take on a leadership position and mentor a small team during afternoon/evening operations.

The role:

• Coordinate and monitor lab productivity, ensuring throughput and turnaround targets are met
• Provide supervision, guidance, and training to technicians
• Conduct and review advanced soil and rock tests
• Prepare and check complex test reports for quality assurance
• Maintain HSE standards and oversee equipment maintenance
• Actively engage with clients and support the Lab Manager as needed
• Salary Range: $77 500 - $80 000 + superannuation

Skills and experience required

• Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques (completed or in progress)
• First Aid Certificate and strong IT literacy
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Previous experience in geotechnical or specialised testing preferred
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with leadership capability
• Ability to develop and implement practical solutions to laboratory problems
• Experience performing and recording results from a wide range of tests (e.g. compaction, Hilf, particle distribution)
• Confidence preparing reports and verifying test data for signatory approval
• Proven ability to monitor team performance and allocate tasks efficiently

If you’re ready to take the next step in your lab career and enjoy a stable role with global connections, apply now and join our high-performing team at Trilab

• Coordinate and monitor lab productivity, ensuring throughput and turnaround targets are met
• Provide supervision, guidance, and training to technicians
• Conduct and review advanced soil and rock tests
• Prepare and check complex test reports for quality assurance
• Maintain HSE standards and oversee equipment maintenance
• Actively engage with clients and support the Lab Manager as needed
• Salary Range: $77 500 - $80 000 + superannuatio