Concrete Field Tester | Cairns

Concrete Field Tester | PNQ Imagine a career where every day brings new challenges and opportunities, where you're not confined to a desk but instead are based in our onsite laboratory next to one of our quarries. In this hands-on role, no two days are the same, offering a unique and exciting work environment such as working alongside impressive machinery. If you're looking for a job that breaks the mould, offers variety, and gets you involved in the real-time operations then this job is for you! Join us and experience the thrill of a career that's as diverse and vibrant as you are! Pioneer North Queensland, which has its headquarters in Cairns, operates three quarries in Edmonton, Innisfail and the Tablelands; two sand quarries in Caravonica, and Mareeba; one concrete plant in Cairns; an asphalt production plant and asphalt contracting; a spray seal division and a transport division. The Role Sampling and testing fresh concrete as per Australian standards on construction sites.

Collecting concrete test samples (concrete in moulds, approx. 5kg) from construction sites - typically from 3 - 5 sites @ day Working safely and accurately Reporting to Laboratory Supervisor The Requirements: Queensland driver's licence (manual or automatic) Good verbal and written communication skills Be physically fit (Able to carry 15 litres of concrete for each test. Wheelbarrow provided) Pass a pre-employment medical which includes drug/alcohol testing. What we offer: Ongoing career and development opportunities. Positive, friendly team and organisation that encourages ideas and initiative. Daily variety and autonomy - majority of the time you will be working alone. Use of company vehicle. Cert IV and Diploma in Laboratory Techniques Monthly RDO Staff BBQ's and frequent social gatherings Our Benefits At Pioneer North QLD, we understand that your well-being and professional growth are essential.

That's why we offer a comprehensive range of employee benefits to enhance your work-life balance, personal development, and financial savings. 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. PNQ is proud of our culturally diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, and people from every culture, gender and sexuality identity, age and ethnic background. We are looking to fill this role immediately, so if this role sounds like you, apply now! Shaping the future, building successes Heidelberg Materials – your springboard into the future of the construction materials industry. As a globally leading company in the construction sector, we manufacture one of the most widely used products, paving the way not only toward more sustainable production but also toward your personal success story.

Our bold and innovative approach focuses on massive CO₂ reduction, efficient recycling technologies, and digital solutions – setting new standards for the industry. In our globally connected and locally rooted community, your ideas have the power to shape a better tomorrow for people. With us, you’re not just shaping the industry’s future; you’re shaping your own. Let’s get to work! Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment.

As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.