The Laboratory Manager oversees all operational, technical, and quality functions within the QCT laboratory.
This role ensures the laboratory operates safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with NATA accreditation requirements, ISO/IEC ***** standards, and Cordwell's Group policies.
The Laboratory Manager is responsible for workflow planning, staff competency, equipment management, quality assurance, and maintaining audit‐ready conditions.
The role provides leadership, strategic direction, and technical oversight to ensure accurate, reliable, and defensible testing outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
Quality & Accreditation (NATA / ISO/IEC *****)
Technical Oversight
Equipment & Resource Management
Safety & Risk Management
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
Strategic Contribution
1. Required Skills & Qualifications
Must have MSL***** Diploma of Laboratory Technology as a minimum, MSL***** Advanced Diploma of Laboratory Management preferred.
A solid understanding of soil mechanics and construction materials (CMT) testing products (CMT)
Proficient in using Laboratory Management Systems (LMSs) to manage testing operations, samples, results, reporting, and quality records, particularly Geotester
Must hold a Radiation Use Licence




Extensive experience in accredited laboratory environments
Strong understanding of ISO/IEC ***** and NATA accreditation requirements
Proven leadership and team management skills
Robust analytical, problem‐solving, and decision‐making capability
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high‐quality outcomes
Extensive experience in accredited laboratory environment
Strong understanding of ISO/IEC ***** and NATA accreditation requirement
Proven leadership and team management skill
Strong analytical, problem‐solving, and decision‐making capability
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high‐quality outcomes
As the Laboratory Manager, you'll lead a skilled team, drive continuous improvement, and ensure the delivery of accurate, defensible testing outcomes that support major construction and infrastructure projects across the region.
This is your opportunity to influence capability growth, strengthen accreditation, and champion a high‐performance culture within a respected and expanding organisation.
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📌 Laboratory Manager (Queensland)
🏢 Cordwell's Concrete
📍 Queensland