Skilled Tradesperson

Knauf is a leading manufacturer of insulation materials, drylining systems, plasters, and accessories. With a global presence, the company is seeking a skilled tradesperson to join its Engineering team in Pinkenba, Queensland.

The successful candidate will be responsible for constructing and testing building systems and products, ensuring compliance with relevant codes and standards. Key responsibilities include:

• Performing duties in a safe manner, including construction and lab testing
• Supporting and implementing the PSD Lab Safety Plan
• Constructing specimens for structural and fire test programs
• Instrumenting test specimens and performing tests to relevant codes and standards
• Evaluating and reporting test results, including drawings, graphs, and written reports
• Orderly retention of test results, reports, and records, and organizing outside testing and certification for systems/products
• Sourcing and ordering materials for testing and laboratory work, and checking the accuracy of goods supplied
• Achieving NATA signatory and managing NATA registration, including maintenance of calibration and test records of NATA registered equipment
• Conducting internal/external customer technical training for new products and systems introduced into the market

Candidate requirements:

• Relevant hands-on experience (3+ years) in a similar role, preferably in the carpentry/plastering industry or product/systems testing industry
• Relevant qualification related to the building, engineering, or plastering industries, trade diploma or equivalent
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as Microsoft office and numerical skills
• Strong experience and knowledge of building construction practice/methodology, including testing and validation
• Experience in testing laboratory environment highly regarded
• Forklift License (Highly regarded but not essential)

On offer:

• Highly competitive remuneration package (base + super)
• Yearly pay review
• 14-week Parental Leave
• High organic internal growth promoted within
• Modern office technology

Knauf is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment. The successful candidate will be required to comply with Workplace Health & Safety standards and follow protocol.