Laboratory Manager

2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Australia Construction Sciences Full time

Lead a team in a hands-on lab and field environment
- Oversee soil and concrete testing for infastructure projects
- Relocation support, vehicle provided and long term career growth

**Lead with purpose at Australia’s #1 Construction Materials Testing company**

**About Us**
Construction Sciences is Australia’s leading provider of construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, and environmental consulting. With over 860 team members across 50+ locations in Australia and New Zealand, we play a key role in major infrastructure projects—bridges, dams, airports, rail, and mining.

We’re trusted by top-tier construction and engineering firms to deliver accurate, reliable results. Proudly part of the global Kiwa Group, we’re backed by one of the world’s largest testing, inspection and certification networks, operating in 40+ countries.

**The Opportunity**

We’ve built a solid lab here in Dubbo (NSW) with a solid crew on board. Now we need a hands-on leader who’s a good communicator to keep things running smoothly day-to-day.

You’ll be leading a team of soil and concrete techs, making sure the work’s done right and projects are finished on time. You’ll also be the go-to for our clients, keep NATA standards up to scratch, and help bring on and train new starters — all while looking for ways to keep the lab running better.

**Your Role Will Include**:

- Leading and mentoring your team across lab and field testing
- Managing project timelines, budgets, and client expectations
- Performing and reviewing complex soil testing
- Upholding NATA compliance and safety standards
- Building strong client relationships
- Driving operational and technical improvements

**What We’re Looking For**:

- 6+ years’ CMT experience - You may be a Senior Tech, Supervisor, Annex Manager or Lab Manager looking for the next step up or opportunity. We're open to discussions
- Previous lab / annex lab management OR solid CMT experience with excellent people skills
- Commercial and client-facing experience (ideal)
- NATA Signatory experience highly regarded
- Solid knowledge of Australian Standards
- Nuclear Density Gauge licence (essential)
- Current driver's licence
- A mentor’s mindset - able to support junior and senior techs alike

**What’s In It For You?**
- Role is based in Dubbo, NSW
- Relocation Support
- Competitive salary
- Performance bonus structure, commonly earned
- Vehicle provided
- Clear career path with long-term opportunities
- On-the-job training and national support network
- Paid parental leave for all carers
- A role where your leadership makes a real impact

No Recruitment Agencies - Thank you

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