About this Concrete Field Tester role at Heidelberg Materials
Concrete Field Tester
We have an opportunity for an enthusiastic and professional Concrete Field Tester to join our team at our Skygate Laboratory. The principal areas of responsibility will be ensuring full compliance with Australian Standards and NATA requirements for sampling and testing of concrete mixes and entering test results into multi-faceted systems.
With relevant experience expect to start at around $30.19/hr and earn around $90k per annum upwards with typical overtime.
About the Role:
- Sampling and testing fresh concrete as per Australian standards on construction sites.
- Collecting concrete test samples (concrete in moulds, approx. 5kg) from construction sites - typically from 3 - 5 sites @ day
- Assisting Lab technicians and carrying out compression and other strength tests on cured concrete specimens in our Skygate/Southport Laboratory
- Working safely and accurately
- Reporting to Laboratory Supervisor
Background and Experience required:
- Queensland driver's licence
- Previous qualification in Laboratory Techniques/signatory will be highly regarded
- Perform tests in accordance with Australian Standards
- Physically fit (Able to carry 15 litres of concrete for each test. Trollies can be provided)
- Pass a pre-employment medical which includes drug/alcohol testing.
What we offer:
- Ongoing career and development opportunities.
- Positive, friendly team and organisation that encourages ideas and initiative.
- Daily variety and autonomy - majority of the time you will be working alone.
- Use of company vehicle.
- Several career paths with a major Australian and global organisation
- Promotes from within where possible and provides fulfilling and challenging career paths.
- Cert IV and Diploma in Laboratory Techniques
- Monthly RDO's
- Staff BBQ's and frequent social gatherings
Our Benefits:
At Heidelberg Materials, we understand that your well-being and professional growth are essential. That's why we offer a comprehensive range of employee benefits to enhance your work-life balance, personal development, and financial savings.
- Salary Sacrifice: Take control of your finances by saving on, technology, and work-related items through our salary sacrifice program.
- Learning and Development: Fuel your career ambitions with our extensive learning and development opportunities, enabling you to unlock your full potential.
- Paid Parental and Grandparent Leave: We support your family life with generous paid leave options, helping you cherish those precious moments with loved ones.
- Discounted Concrete & Quarry Products: Save on your home improvement projects with exclusive discounts on concrete and quarry products.
- Novated Leasing: Drive your dream car for less through our partnership with TFM, offering fantastic discounts on vehicles.
- Health and Well-being: Prioritise your health with discounted health insurance, access to retail outlets, and affordable gym memberships.
- Car Hire Discounts: Enjoy savings on car rentals through our exclusive car hire discounts.
- Electronics: Enjoy a 10% discount on a variety of products from JB HiFi.
Heidelberg Materials is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome people from all walks of life. We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, and the LGBTQI+ community.
