Downer
Leading provider of integrated services across Australia and New Zealand, delivering infrastructure solutions.
Laboratory Technician
Conduct lab testing of asphalt, aggregates and raw materials to ensure quality standards.
Job Highlights
About the Role
A full‑time Laboratory Technician position is available at the Somerton depot in Victoria, starting immediately. The role involves conducting sample collection, quality‑control testing and overseeing the quality of asphalt, quarry aggregates and other raw materials to meet internal and external standards.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸sample collection
- ▸qc testing
- ▸asphalt qc
- ▸aggregate qc
- ▸material quality
- ▸standards compliance
What You Bring
• Current driver’s licence • Current General Construction Induction card • Ability to work night shifts and weekends • Strong commitment to a Zero Harm culture • Previous asphalt, raw material, construction or mining testing experience • Knowledge of the road asphalt industry • Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques • Experience with NATA standards • On‑the‑job training and upskilling
Requirements
- ▸driver's licence
- ▸construction induction
- ▸certificate iv
- ▸nata standards
- ▸asphalt testing
- ▸zero harm
Benefits
The position offers competitive remuneration, including above‑award pay rates, annual increases and additional loading for night shifts, as well as on‑the‑job training and opportunities for upskilling. Downer is proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women and provides a range of benefits and lifestyle discounts for employees and their families. • Above‑award pay rates, yearly increases and night‑shift loading • Access to a variety of benefits and lifestyle discounts
Work Environment
Field