Construction Materials Testing Technician

Coffey Testing is currently seeking motivated individuals to join our Orange Laboratory who will play a vital role in ensuring the quality and safety of the construction materials used in some of Australia's largest rail, mining and infrastructure projects. Here at Coffey Testing, our mission is "We work with the best, because only the best want what Coffey Testing can provide...peace of mind**". We are built on teamwork to ensure we deliver quality results, safely to our clients and recognise that without the hard work of our people, this would not be possible.

We have several full-time roles available for Experienced CMT Technicians, and we encourage all to apply. If you can meet or demonstrate some or all of the following criteria, we want to hear from you:

• Minimum 2 year's experience in Construction Materials Testing industry,
• Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to quality assurance and workplace safety,
• Is physically fit and able to perform a manual labour-intensive role which includes heavy lifting,
• Can work effectively under pressure, prioritising work to meet client demands,
• Has sound experience in field and laboratory construction materials testing to Australia standards or is looking to start a career in construction materials testing,
• Has the ability to work autonomously and displays a level of self-motivation,
• Performs an undertaking of a variety of manual tasks in the field and in the laboratory, including preparing and testing soil, aggregates & concrete samples,
• Completing the following tests - Triaxials, permeabilities, aggregates, rock testing and materials,
• Liaising with Coffey Testing's client onsite on testing schedules, procedures and results, representing the Coffey Testing brand,
• Can perform routine quality assurance checks and calibrations, ensuring all equipment is maintained,
• Ensures accuracy of test results and timely output of work,
• Has demonstrated experience in laboratory and field testing in soils, aggregates and/or concrete to relevant standards (AS1289, AS1141, AS1012),
• Understands NATA ISO/IEC 17025 requirements,
• Is NATA approved Signatory (highly advantageous),
• Ideally holds a current NDM Radiation license (highly advantageous), and/or
• Holds a current manual driver's licence (essential).

What Coffey Testing can offer

Here at Coffey Testing, we believe that our employees are our biggest asset and we want our employees to experience job satisfaction. We have a range of employee benefits we offer nationally across the business:

• Investment in our employee's growth and development through both internal and company funded external training (Certificate pathway in Laboratory Techniques);
• Additional Overtime, Penalty Rates and Living Away From Home Allowance (LAFHA) (subject to project undertaking);
• Access to accommodation options (subject to project undertaking);
• Company Car (subject to project undertaking)
• Opportunities to travel;
• Company initiatives such as a recognition & reward program, monthly lab events/competitions and health and wellness initiatives;
• Supportive and friendly team environment;
• Coverage by an Enterprise Agreement offering above Award conditions to all technical staff;
• Additional paid parental leave; and
• Career advancement opportunities.

As one of Australia's largest construction materials testing providers, we've been delivering testing services to the transport infrastructure, oil and gas and mining industries for over 65 years. We have an extensive network of permanent and site-specific testing facilities located across Australia, including in some of Australia's most remote locations.

With that amount of experience and millions of tests under our belt – our clients choose us to provide deep insights into the properties of the materials they're dealing with. We apply specialised testing and analysis services, using international best practice and conformance standards to achieve detailed, quality results. We provide independent NATA accredited testing services.

We believe in equal opportunity

At Coffey Testing; we are a proud, culturally diverse workforce and embrace the notion of equity. We value the different talents, experiences and perspectives a culturally diverse workforce brings to our business and encourage you to apply.

For more information on this role please contact the Human Resources team at applications will be accepted via email.