Concrete Field Testing Technician

The role:

Love being out on site rather than behind a desk? Put your technical skills into practice as a Concrete Field Testing Technician! This is a field-based role where you’ll travel across Perth to construction sites, conduct concrete testing and collect samples for laboratory testing at our dedicated Materials Testing Centre in Hazelmere. You’ll work closely with customers, concreters and Agitator Drivers, helping ensure every pour meets the required standards.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Travelling to construction and customer sites across Perth
• Conducting concrete field testing, including slump, air content and flow testing as required
• Casting concrete test cylinders/specimens for compressive strength testing
• Correctly compacting, finishing, identifying and labelling test specimens
• Collecting previously cast specimens from sites and transport them safely back to the Materials Testing Centre
• Maintaining accurate sample identification and traceability throughout the collection process
• Recording field test and sample information in the relevant systems
• Working closely with Agitator Drivers, customers, concreters and site personnel to coordinate testing requirements
• Managing multiple testing jobs throughout the day and prioritising your workload according to the schedule
• Keeping customers and the team updated if jobs are delayed, sites are unavailable or priorities change
• Ensuring testing equipment is clean, maintained and ready for use
• Following all required safety, quality and testing procedures

This is a permanent, full-time role working Monday to Friday, with regular early starts between 3:00am and 6:00am, depending on scheduled jobs - perfect for someone who enjoys getting up early and seeing the sunrise. You’ll also be required to work regular Saturdays, typically for a half day.

What you’ll bring:

We’re looking for someone who combines technical attention to detail with strong organisation and communication skills. You’ll ideally have:

• Previous experience in concrete, construction materials, asphalt or aggregate testing
• An understanding of fresh concrete testing and sampling procedures
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to following testing procedures
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• The ability to manage multiple jobs and changing priorities throughout the day
• Confident communication skills and a professional approach when dealing with customers and site personnel
• The ability to work independently while remaining connected with the wider team
• A practical, positive attitude and willingness to contribute to the team
• Confidence working outdoors and on active construction sites
• The ability to safely handle concrete test specimens and equipment weighing approximately 10–15kg
• A current driver’s licence and White Card
• An understanding of NATA-accredited testing environments and Australian Standards would be advantageous
• A relevant engineering, materials or construction qualification would be well regarded.

For the right person, we’re happy to provide training and support, making this a great opportunity for someone new to the industry who is keen to learn, develop their skills and build a long-term career with us! 

Benefits:

• Join Adbri, an iconic Australian company - established in 1882, with 200+ plants, 8 brands and 5 joint ventures supplying essential construction materials nationwide!
• Structured learning and development pathways with real career progression opportunities
• Generous discounts including retail, fuel, car rental, Qantas Club and exclusive savings on Adbri products
• Extra leave options such as purchased leave, parental leave and volunteer leave
• Wellbeing support through our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Service awards and recognition celebrating your contribution and milestones

About Swan Materials:

Now part of Adbri, Swan Materials has been trusted by Western Australians, from its origins on the Swan River to its home today at Cockburn Cement’s Kwinana facility. It has helped build the foundations of our homes, roads, and communities. Now, the Swan name has evolved beyond cement as we grow our presence in Western Australia with the addition of select BGCs concrete, quarries, transport, asphalt, and materials technology centre. We are proud to introduce and unite these businesses as Swan Materials, a new name for a trusted partner.

About Adbri:

Adbri is majority owned by CRH and is a market leader in the manufacture and supply of construction materials and industrial minerals which has been building a better Australia since 1882. Adbri's respected brands employ over 2800 people nationally producing cement, lime, concrete, aggregates, concrete products and industrial minerals. 

About CRH:

CRH (NYSE: CRH) is the leading global provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world. Employing 80,000 people at 4,000 operating locations in 28 countries, CRH has market leadership positions in North America, Europe and Australia. As the essential partner for transportation and critical infrastructure projects, complex non-residential construction and outdoor living solutions, CRH’s unique offering of materials, products and value-added services helps to deliver a more resilient and sustainable built environment. The company is ranked among sector leaders by Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) rating agencies. A Fortune Global 500 company, CRH’s shares are listed on the NYSE and LSE.

For more information visit: www.crh.com

Creating a safe and supportive diverse workforce

Adbri recognises that diversity in our workforce drives innovation, encourages creativity and better equips us to be Always Ready. We are committed to increasing diversity within our workforce and our industry.

We will be progressively short listing - if this role looks like it could be your next role, apply now.

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