Lab Technician | Brandy Hill Quarry

Heidelberg Materials Australia has an opportunity for a Laboratory Technician to join our Aggregates team at our NATA-accredited laboratory at Brandy Hill Quarry in the Hunter Region.

We are specifically seeking candidates with a background or qualification in construction materials testing, laboratory techniques, or a related field, who are keen to apply their technical skills in a hands-on quarry environment.

This is not your typical white coat lab role. You’ll be working both in the laboratory and out in the field in full PPE, sampling and testing quarry materials and contributing to quality outcomes across our operations.

The successful applicant will be safety-focused, motivated, and bring a strong customer mindset, along with the technical capability to support testing and compliance requirements.

In your new role, you will: 

• Conduct testing of quarry materials including aggregates and soils in line with Australian Standards

• Perform sampling in both laboratory and field environments

• Carry out equipment calibration and maintenance

• Maintain NATA requirements and documentation standards

• Support the broader technical team with quality and compliance activities

This role is a great fit if you have:

• A qualification in construction materials testing, laboratory techniques, or a related discipline (highly regarded)

• Previous experience in construction materials testing or a NATA-accredited laboratory

• Strong understanding of testing standards and quality systems (or willingness to learn)

• Excellent commitment to health and safety

• Strong literacy and numeracy skills

• A proactive approach and ability to work independently

• A high level of attention to detail and customer focus

• Physical fitness and a willingness to work outdoors

• A current driver’s licence

• Availability for weekends and overtime as required

What we offer: 

• Base rate starting at $31.58 per hour + super, overtime and allowances

• Company uniforms and PPE are supplied

• Opportunity to complete Certificate/Diploma in Lab Techniques through our affiliated RTO

• Ongoing training and development with an experienced, supportive team

• Be part of highly recognised global brand name and successful organisation 

• Ongoing career growth, training and development opportunities 

Our Recruitment Process:

• Submit your application online, be sure to answer all the prescreening questions when you apply!

• Short listed applicants will be contacted to complete a short phone screen

• If your application is progressed, you will be invited to attend a face-to-face interview.

• If your interview is successful, then you will be booked in for a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol screen and upon successful completion of this you will be offered a contract.

About Heidelberg Materials

With more than 4,000 employees across 300 sites, we have an extensive production and logistics network across Australia.

We think global and act local - we benefit from global research and development enhanced by national collaboration to offer a comprehensive range of high-quality concrete, aggregates, road base, sand and asphalt products. We also produce a wide range of sustainable and recycled construction materials for civil construction and infrastructure projects.

We are driven by excellence and high performance and together we will shape Australia’s construction materials industry building a legacy for generations to come.

Our Benefits

At Heidelberg Materials, we understand that your well-being and professional growth are essential. We offer a unique in-house benefits program where you can unlock endless savings for you and your family through our Material Benefits employee program. Take the pressure of home life with incredible discounts that truly make a difference.

• 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.

Heidelberg Materials 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.