Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Soil and Concrete Technicians (Queensland, Australia)


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The Organisation
Coffey International Limited is a specialist professional services consultancy specialising in geosciences, international development, and project management. Operating for more than 52 years, we are well known in our markets for deep technical skills and market-leading solutions to complex tasks. Coffey is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX: COF).

Our materials testing and analysis business is an industry leading specialist providing independent verification, conformity assessment and technical assessment of construction work and construction materials to the infrastructure, government, resources, property development and material extraction and supply industries. We operate in some of the most remote locations with permanent and site-specific testing facilities across Australia, New Zealand, Americas, Brazil, and Papua New Guinea.

At Coffey, all of our people are dedicated to sharing our clients’ challenges - providing value by pushing the boundaries of technical excellence to achieve extraordinary outcomes.

The Role
Due to increased workloads, we are currently taking applications from individuals who have a keen interest in making a start in the industry or from those that have previous experience in soil and concrete testing and want to progress their career with an employer of choice.

These opportunities will see you performing sampling and testing along with quality control and assurance testing of soils and/or concrete on a number projects in Queensland and around Australia. Full training is provided with options to undertake further education to enhance your testing capabilities.
Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, the main responsibilities of these roles will include:
  • Field and laboratory testing including compactions
  • Ensuring testing is performed in accordance with agreed standards
  • Fostering relationships with the client           
  • Ensuring consistency in accuracy, quality and timely output of work
The Person
Experienced technicians require previous experience in construction materials testing along with sound report preparation and client liaison skills. Experience with specialist soil, rock and aggregate testing and reporting and a nuclear density gauge licence are also desirable attributes.

For entry level candidates, knowledge of construction material monitoring and testing or previous experience in the construction industry along with a construction induction card would be beneficial.

All candidates will demonstrate a strong work ethic and the ability to work well as part of a team with an unwavering commitment to quality assurance and workplace safety. A current manual driver’s licence is mandatory. All applicants will undergo an aptitude, drug, alcohol and medical test as part of Coffey’s recruitment process.

Please note, you must hold Australian work rights to apply for this position

Coffey International Limited is an equal opportunity employer; men and women are encouraged to apply to this opportunity. We also welcome applications from indigenous Australians.

For more information on Coffey Information, please visit coffey.com

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