Quarry Materials Technician | Brisbane

Quarry Materials Technician Imagine a career where you're based onsite at our Brisbane Laboratory, taking ownership of a hands-on role that ensures no two days are the same. Every day brings new challenges and opportunities, offering a dynamic and engaging work environment that keeps you inspired. If you're looking for a job that breaks the mold and offers variety, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join us and experience the excitement of a career that's as diverse and vibrant as you are, without being tied to a desk! Heidelberg Materials Australia have an opportunity for a Quarry Materials Technician to join the team at our NATA Accredited Laboratory based at Skygate, Brisbane. The successful candidate will fill an important role of testing aggregates both in the laboratory and in the field. We are seeking a self-motivated candidate with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who is physically fit and possesses a strong work ethic.

The successful applicant will have an impeccable customer focus and be highly motivated and enthusiastic, risk-aware and safety-driven. With overtime based on a 50-hour week your annual salary can be up to $90K+, plus super. In your new role, you will: Perform aggregate field sampling in the quarry and perform testing in the on-site laboratory. Carry out equipment calibrations, daily checks and routines to maintain laboratory NATA requirements. Work alongside internal stakeholders and provide technical support for their operations. Daily use of computers and laboratory information management systems (LIMS) including excel, Outlook etc. This position is a full-time permanent role, working 50 hours per week including occasional Saturday work when necessary. Receive a competitive hourly rate including penalty rates (rate x 1.5 after 8 hours, rate x 2 after 10 hours). This role is a great fit for you, if you have: Previous testing experience in aggregates (AS1289 & TMRQ methods).

Certificate III in Laboratory Techniques preferred, but not essential Excellent Health and Safety behaviours Strong IT, literacy and numeracy skills (written & verbal) with excellent attention to detail A current Queensland manual driver's license Available to work regular overtime during the week and half-day Saturday. An ability to take ownership and manage your own area of responsibility without close supervision What we offer: Company Ute available for travel between sites Company provided uniforms and PPE Monthly RDO An opportunity to complete a Diploma in Laboratory Techniques Ongoing career and development opportunities Our Benefits At Heidelberg Materials Australia, 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. All successful applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment medical including a drug and alcohol screening. Random drug and alcohol tests are conducted on all Heidelberg Materials premises. Heidelberg Materials Australia 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. We'll Make It Happen Shaping the future, building successes Heidelberg Materials – your springboard into the future of the construction materials industry. As a globally leading company in the construction sector, we manufacture one of the most widely used products, paving the way not only toward more sustainable production but also toward your personal success story.

Our bold and innovative approach focuses on massive CO₂ reduction, efficient recycling technologies, and digital solutions – setting new standards for the industry. In our globally connected and locally rooted community, your ideas have the power to shape a better tomorrow for people. With us, you’re not just shaping the industry’s future; you’re shaping your own. Let’s get to work! Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment.

As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.