Cmt Geotechnician

Company Description

We are SGS - the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 96,000 employees operate a network of 2,700 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

**Job Description**:
Exiting opportunity for an Assistant Geotechnician to perform testing of construction materials through destructive and non-destructive testing techniques, while providing a safe, efficient and high quality testing service to our clients.

This role requires flexibility to work in remote locations, including regional laboratories and client project sites anywhere in Western Australia.

Some responsibilities include:

- Performing field testing on construction materials, such as soil, aggregate, and concrete, to ensure compliance with industry standards and building codes.
- Conducting laboratory testing on construction materials, such as soil, aggregate, and concrete, to determine their physical properties.
- Analysing test data and preparing reports on the results of testing and inspections.
- Communicating test results to laboratory supervisors and senior geotechnicians.
- Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations, such as Australian Standards and Main Roads WA.
- Reviewing and interpreting geotechnical reports.
- Participating in site investigations and soil sampling
- Performing calculations and analysis on construction materials.
- Maintaining and checking testing equipment.
- Keeping accurate records and documentation of all testing and inspections.
- Log samples into the LIMS
- Maintain cleanliness of equipment and working areas.
- Ensure safe working practices are followed.

**Qualifications**:

- Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques (desirable)
- Previous experience working within a laboratory environment (desirable)
- Ability to accurately document and understand test results and numbers
- Australian Drivers Licence
- Flexibility and availability to work in remote locations
- Willingness to perform manual tasks in the laboratory and onsite

Additional Information

Excellent site allowance for working in regional and remote locations

Access to a wide range of discounts and benefits via SGS Rewards

**WHY WORK FOR SGS?**
Working at SGS means joining an innovative, global Company. Let’s break down what that means for you.
- As a Company, we have embraced the shift to **flexible work**. We encourage our employees, wherever operationally possible, to work in arrangements that support a work-life balance.
- We’re a Company who believe our impact on society is important, so **Sustainability is embedded in our culture **and the way we do business.
- ** Paid Parental leave **scheme for 8 weeks for eligible employees.
- We are driven to ensure we have a positive impact on our local communities through **paid employee volunteering days** and regularly encouraging time off to donate blood.
- ** Health & Wellbeing** is important to us, which is why we offer annual health club membership rebates and discounted private health insurance, as well as a supportive Employee Assistance Program.
- ** Ongoing learning & development** is vital to the success of any Company. We believe in investing in our employees, so we offer education assistance programs and encourage the use of our online learning platform.
- ** Career Development Opportunities **(nationally and Globally)

**COME TO WORK AND BE 100% YOU**

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