Geotechnician (Kalgoorlie WA)

Company Description

SGS Australia is a leading provider of Testing, Inspection, and Certification services, supporting multiple industries across the country with trusted expertise and technical excellence. Backed by SGS’s global legacy of over 140 years, we operate one of the largest networks of accredited laboratories and field facilities in Australia, with a network of more than 50 offices and laboratories and over 1,400 employees across Australia. We are accredited by NATA and ISO 9001, ensuring our services meet both Australian and international standards.

Our Construction Materials Testing (CMT) division supports critical infrastructure, mining, and construction projects through reliable, NATA accredited testing in line with Australian and international standards.

Job Description

Put your construction materials testing expertise to work in a varied role where no two days are the same. We are seeking a capable Geotechnician to deliver accurate, efficient and high-quality testing services across laboratory and field environments in Kalgoorlie.

About the Role

You will test and analyse construction materials using destructive and non-destructive techniques, applying your technical knowledge and judgement with limited supervision. You will also support the development of Assistant Geotechnicians and Technical Assistants while maintaining safe, reliable and client-focused service.

Enjoy a consistent Monday-to-Friday schedule, with overtime available based on operational needs. The role also requires flexibility to work across Perth Metropolitan area and at site-based laboratories as needed.

What You Will Be Doing

• Collect, log and prepare construction material samples for testing
• Complete routine laboratory and field testing to relevant standards
• Set up, calibrate and maintain testing equipment
• Interpret work instructions, select suitable procedures and equipment, and follow client test requests
• Analyse test data, prepare reports and issue completed results to customers
• Book client jobs, send confirmations and communicate with clients
• Maintain clean work areas and follow safe working practices
• Report hazards and contribute to continuous laboratory improvement
• Support and develop Assistant Geotechnicians and Technical Assistants

Qualifications

About You

• Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques or a Civil Engineering qualification
• Current unrestricted WA C Class driver's licence
• Previous experience in a laboratory environment
• Approved NATA Signatory status in rocks, aggregate, concrete or masonry

Skills That Will Help You Succeed

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Sound numeracy, organisation and information-retention skills
• Confidence working independently with limited supervision
• A collaborative approach and the ability to supervise, coordinate and motivate others

Additional Information

WHY SGS?

Working at SGS means joining an innovative, Global company. Here are some of the benefits to working for SGS. 

•    As a company, we have embraced the shift to flexible work
•    Sustainability is embedded in our culture and the way we do business
•    Paid parental leave
•    Paid time for volunteering day and blood donations
•    Corporate health & wellbeing offers
•    Ongoing learning & development 
•    Career development opportunities (Nationally and Globally)
•    SGS Rewards: Our employee benefits platform with access to retail and online discounts and cashback

COME TO WORK AND BE 100% YOU
SGS Australia supports a diverse workforce, we encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. Providing employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is an important part of our SGS Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). We truly believe the diversity among us will continue to foster a strong, innovative, and forward-thinking workplace.

SGS Australia acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.