Lab Tech

• VIC and Australiawide
• Competitive hourly rate on offer
• FIFO/DIDO

About the client:

 A leading provider of integrated services across infrastructure, utilities, and transport sectors, delivering end-to-end solutions including design, construction, asset management, and maintenance. The organisation has a strong reputation for supporting critical assets and networks, with a focus on safety, sustainability, and long-term operational performance. Known for its collaborative approach, it partners closely with clients to deliver complex projects and ongoing services across diverse industries throughout Australia and New Zealand.

About the Position:

We are seeking a Laboratory/Field Technician for a FIFO/DIDO casual position. The Laboratory Technician is responsible for effectively conducting quality testing and control of Asphalt Production and Asphalt Laying to ensure all product & quality standards are met and satisfy both internal and external customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Coordinate Quality Control testing Asphalt, Quarry aggregate, sand and other raw materials
• Performance test asphalt as part of improvement initiatives.
• Recommend process changes and / or mix design changes.
• Assist with the designing of asphalt mixes.
• Compile, check and input daily test results into the computer database and generate test reports.
• Assess, register and input external raw material conformance results into database as required.
• Monitor and audit raw material compliance by suppliers to internal and external specifications.
• Undertake compaction testing to satisfy all relevant specification requirements, reporting, providing regular feedback on rolling patterns to crews.
• Comply with NATA requirements as part of Laboratory accreditation and becoming NATA signatory for appropriate tests.
• Asphalt plant operation
• Recycling plant operation
• Dispatch operations
• Front-end loader operation
• Assist in other daily production operations and house keeping duties.

Skills & Experience Required:

• VCE or equivalent education level required.
• Tertiary Education or equivalent training highly regarded.
• Experience in quality control testing.
• Front End Loader and / or Forklift Ticket will be highly regarded.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the asphalt industry.
• Comprehensive knowledge of bituminous surfacing would be an advantage.
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance would be an advantage.

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Click on the Apply button or for a confidential discussion please contact:
Principal Consultant: Heather Cochrane via Contact Number 08 6462 1126 or Heather.cochrane@workpac.com  quoting the below Reference Number

Job Reference Number:  7390J2026697

About WorkPac

WorkPac is one of the largest workforce solutions businesses in Australia, backed by over 25 years of proven success. We offer tailored, end-to-end solutions in recruitment, skills and career development across diverse sectors, including Mining, Construction, Industrial, Engineering, Healthcare, Social Care and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.