Specialist Soil Testing Technician

About the role

GHD is seeking a Specialist Soil Testing Technician with advanced geotechnical testing experience to join its busy Artarmon laboratory in Sydney. The role leads specialist laboratory testing within a nationally recognised geotechnical team, supporting major transport, energy and water projects. An experienced Soil Testing Technician is also welcome to step up into this specialist senior role with training and support.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the delivery, analysis and reporting of advanced geotechnical laboratory testing programs.
• Act as the laboratory's subject matter expert in advanced soil mechanics testing.
• Perform complex testing on soil, rock and aggregate samples, including triaxial, direct shear and consolidation testing.
• Ensure testing complies with ISO/IEC 17025, NATA accreditation requirements, Australian Standards, client specifications and internal quality systems.
• Maintain calibration records for laboratory equipment and ensure compliance with testing standards.
• Work with the wider geoscience team, including engineers, geologists, geophysicists and hydrogeologists.

Required profile

• 5+ years as a specialist testing technician with expertise in advanced soil mechanics testing, or alternatively 10+ years in CMT and geotechnical testing with interest in moving into a specialist role.
• Certificate IV, Diploma, Associate Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Technology or Laboratory Science.
• Strong understanding of ISO/IEC 17025 and NATA accreditation requirements.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.

To apply, submit a CV and a cover letter detailing your specific experience or interest in specialist laboratory soil testing. No agency resumes should be submitted at this stage.