Laboratory and Systems Coordinator

We're seeking a technically minded Laboratory and Systems Coordinator with a passion for materials testing and a deep understanding of steel mechanical properties. Based on-site, this is a hands-on role responsible for ensuring that our products meet rigorous performance, quality, and compliance standards.

Working across InfraBuild Mesh, InfraBuild Reinforcing (IBR), and Australian Reinforcing Company (ARC), you'll be the go-to expert in mechanical testing processes—tensile strength, elongation, bend testing, and other key physical properties—supporting both production teams and compliance requirements.

You'll also play a crucial role in supporting NATA-accredited testing, interpreting results, troubleshooting non-conformances, and contributing to a strong quality culture within a high-performance operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise daily mechanical testing of steel reinforcing products in accordance with national standards
• Interpret test results and report deviations, trends, and out-of-spec outcomes with technical accuracy
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot lab testing equipment to ensure ongoing compliance
• Provide frontline technical support to operations, particularly where product or process issues are identified
• Participate in internal audits and external compliance assessments (e.g., ISO 9001, ACRS, NATA)
• Identify and escalate non-conformances, driving corrective and preventive actions
• Support laboratory staff with training, technical guidance, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain and update laboratory documentation, SOPs, and records in accordance with quality system requirements
• Support and champion continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

You are a practical and detail-oriented technician with a solid understanding of steel properties and materials testing methods. You enjoy being on the floor, solving problems, and seeing quality outcomes firsthand.

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

• Technical knowledge of steel mechanical properties (e.g., tensile, yield, elongation, bend, fatigue testing)
• Prior hands-on experience in a ISO IEC 17025 (NATA accredited) or ISO9001-compliant testing environment
• Familiarity with AS/NZS 4671 and other relevant Australian Standards
• High attention to detail and the ability to interpret and communicate technical data
• Strong problem-solving skills and the initiative to investigate test failures or inconsistencies
• Excellent time management and the ability to balance routine testing with quality investigations
• Customer focused, team oriented, accountable and results driven with an energetic and positive can-do attitude
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills – written and verbal to clearly articulate and document information to all levels of the business
• Current driver's licence and flexibility to travel to other sites on occasion

Below are some of our key central benefits that are available to InfraBuild employees. Other benefits may be available depending on your role or site.

• Generous parental leave: 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks paid Partner Leave for those who have worked at the business for at least 12 months. The company also provides superannuation contributions for the Primary Carer during the period of unpaid parental leave for eligible employees (limitations apply).
• Access to long service leave after 5 years: Employees who are not covered by an Enterprise Agreement can access accrued Long Service Leave (LSL) at the rate of 1.3 weeks per year of service after 5 years continuous service.
• Employee Benefits Program: Employee Added Extras (EAE), our Employee Benefits Program, provides discounts for you and your friends and family on gift cards, shopping, groceries, home products, car rentals, holidays, recreation and more
• Corporate rates for private health insurance: Nib Health Insurance offers discounted cover for employees.
• Accessible learning available to everyone: InfraBuild Learn360 provides every InfraBuild employee (whatever your role or career aspirations) with self-directed learning opportunities, supported by a variety of resources to help enhance the impact of your learning.

InfraBuild is Australia's leading integrated steel manufacturing, distribution and recycling business, making steel using our electric arc furnaces. We provide solutions for commercial and residential construction, large scale and nation-building infrastructure as well as our primary producers and rural sectors. With ambitions to be carbon neutral by 2030, each day we help build futures through sustainable steel.

We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.

• Work with a greater purpose: Join us in the pursuit of a sustainable future as we progress our ambition to become carbon-neutral. You will contribute to a legacy that not only helps to build our nation but sustains our environment for future generations. Embrace a culture where differences are celebrated, innovation is embraced and valuing everyone's unique perspectives contributes to our transformation.
• Work well - live better: We understand the importance of working in an environment which supports you to balance your personal and professional life. Experience a culture which values you as a whole person - where family extends to the workplace and your well-being matters. You'll thrive not only in your career with us, but beyond.
• Build your own future: Step into a culture where every day is an opportunity to grow, and where driving your own development is not just encouraged; it's expected. You'll be empowered to take the wheel of your learning journey and uncover your potential. The possibilities are limitless.

We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.
It is our ambition to cultivate an inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds, genders, orientations, age groups, and abilities to apply. Your diversity is our strength in creating sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia's tomorrow.

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