Purpose of the Role:

The laboratory assistant works with senior staff and leadership to run tests, analyse results, and report on data findings.

Qualifications:

• Recognised tertiary qualifications within Engineering, Geology, or a relevant Geoscience field.
• White Card

Experience:

• Minimum 8 years of construction Geological / Engineering experience including soil and groundwater sampling and contractor oversight during drilling activities.
• Exposure working on a major civil infrastructure project of comparable size and complexity to the Snowy 2.0 project.
• Extensive experience in the development and implementation of Geological management systems and plans.
• Experience working within a Technical or Design department, assisting in Design, Planning and support the construction / production teams against required criteria
• Experience in Geotechnical approvals process, ideally gained within civil construction and preferably in NSW

Required Competencies:  

• Familiar with lab methodologies and understand the importance of clean and orderly workspace by diligently following all lab procedures for health and safety
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Able to work independently or as an active member of a team
• Good interpersonal skills and communication
• Strong computer skills; Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Ability to work to deadlines and targets and can prioritise tasks under pressure
• Strong organizational skills and strong attention to detail
• Excellent safety awareness with good housekeeping habits.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to carry out work instructions and directives to provide satisfactory outcomes.
• Ability to work within a team environment to achieve desired results

Core Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• The lab assistant will also be responsible for compiling data, transferring notes and recordings, and labelling, organizing, and maintaining samples
• Take notes, record data, and results, and organize documentation
• Transfer data and results from notes and records to computer formats
• Organize and maintain lab storage, samples, and specimens
• Follow all health and safety regulations when handling laboratory specimens
• Identify and label samples
• Prepare equipment and workspace
• Perform clerical and administrative duties as needed
• Compile research and information needed for study
• Conduct laboratory tests, analyze, and categorize results
• Record and document analysis results; report results and variations to supervisor
• Comply with all lab procedures, processes, and methodologies
• Sanitize and sterilize equipment and workspace
• Research industry trends and advancement
• Assists all senior laboratory staff and leadership with additional duties as needed

The above listed authorities & responsibilities are only a guide and may change as directed by your Manager/Supervisor or as per the requirements of FGJV Management.