Job Description Life at Fulton Hogan is about making the most of opportunities, taking responsibility, and making it happen. We appreciate our peoples' courage, curiosity and unique perspectives, and look to collaborate as much as possible to explore safer, smarter and more efficient ways of working in this rapidly changing world. We don't stand still – there are always opportunities to do more and do better.What's on offer?We currently have a vacancy for a Trainee Laboratory Technician to join the team at Fulton Hogan based at our Mackay site. This position will suit entry level candidates looking to take the next step in their career.The successful candidate will be responsible for the testing of asphalt, PMB and emulsion to relevant standard methods in our NATA Laboratory. Reporting to the Laboratory Supervisor your responsibilities will include;Sampling and testing asphalt, aggregates and bitumen including onsite sampling.The hands-on, day-to-day management of sampling and testing in accordance with specified requirements.The handling and management of chemicals in line with relevant standardsManagement of reporting, record keeping and calibrations including reporting non-conforming product.Conduct procedures safely and maintain good housekeeping of laboratory and surrounds.Providing technical support to production departments.Maintain the laboratory in accordance with NATA requirements.Travel will be required, based on the needs of the business.The pre-employment process will include a medical check, including drug and alcohol screening.Keen to progress your career? Take full advantage of our tailored training, leadership, and mentoring programs; or leverage our partnerships with industry association such as Engineers Australia, Chartered Accountants, CPA Australia, Infrastructure Sustainability Council, The National Association of Women in Construction, plus many more.Looking to enhance your wellbeing? We will encourage you to explore flexible working arrangements where possible. We offer great benefits, including corporate health and fitness programs, health insurance discounts, personal banking support, a range of retailer discounts, up to 18 weeks paid primary carers parental leave and up to 10 days paid secondary carers leave, access to our Employee Assistance Program (including your immediate family), and the option to take more time for yourself throughout the year with our Purchase Leave Policy.Want to help us better the communities we live and work in? Our purpose of creating, connecting, and caring for communities is more than a saying to us – it's a way of thinking, working, and living because we're locals too, and seek to give back in ways that strengthen and build resilient communities. We do this because we genuinely care, enjoy what we do, and even manage to have some fun along the way! You'll find us partnering with local and national community groups, like Clontarf Foundation, Black Dog Institute, and Soldier On, in addition to indigenous groups and social enterprises, to ensure that our good work positively impacts and brings about sustainable change within our industry.Do we offer a 'competitive' salary package? Of course! Speak to our Talent Acquisition or People & Culture team to learn moreOur people share the same set of values that keep us REAL. Respect, Energy and Effort, Attitude and Leadership encapsulate what we stand for at Fulton Hogan and encourage us to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where we listen to, care for, celebrate, and respect everyone. If our values resonate with you, please submit an application for the position. If you're not sure that you meet 100% of the selection criteria, that's okay, we would still like to hear from you and potentially discuss how your skills could be utilised at Fulton Hogan.For 90 years, Fulton Hogan has been delivering high-quality infrastructure to improve the lives of people every day. Our 10,000+ team works in every kind of weather and environment, creating, connecting, and caring for communities across Australia and New Zealand.We celebrate and embrace diversity across our business and are committed to equal employment opportunities.We believe in the value that diversity brings to our team and people who share our REAL values are encouraged to apply
