About the role Our established Mackay geotechnical team is looking for an experienced Senior Soil Technician with knowledge within the soil, aggregate, and rock testing sector, as well as associated laboratory quality management, to join us on a permanent basis. This role will see you provide high-level technical assistance of laboratory testing services and laboratory quality management within Stantec Queensland Geosciences team. Successful candidates will be developed in a professional and personal sense and provided with an opportunity to forge a challenging and rewarding career path in a successful consultancy. An exciting opportunity exists at our specialist materials testing laboratory located in Mackay. The successful candidate will also receive direct support from our existing Laboratory Manager and Queensland engineering team including RPEQ engineers, geologists, and scientists. The role will be based in Mackay and will require occasional travel to fulfil inspection and auditing activities for annex laboratories and client meetings. We are offering a full-time permanent position with flexible working arrangements. Day to day tasks would involve: Laboratory quality management Coordinate projects from start to finish within budget and on time Collect, prepare & perform complex sample testing analysis Produce & review clear and concise written test reports Manage, lead and mentor the junior laboratory team Calibration checks To be successful for this role you'll need: Min. Certificate IV level qualifications in the geotechnical field or laboratory management techniques Proven experience with a strong background in the laboratory quality management Ability to multitask and work over a broad spectrum of projects Manual Driving Licence Familiar with relevant Australian Standards and construction materials testing Radiation licence (preferred, not necessary) What we offer Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing. Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables Professional Memberships Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI) Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs Service Recognition Awards Employee Assistance Program How to apply If this position is of interest, submit your application online. Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time.
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