Looking to kickstart your career straight out of school instead of jumping between dead-end jobs?
This is your chance to step into a hands-on, real-world role where you'll learn valuable skills, work with industry professionals, and build a career in laboratory testing and construction materials.
AtKearney's Concrete Testing Services, we're not just offering a casual job—we're offering a pathway.
What is Kearney's Concrete Testing Services all about?
Kearney's Concrete Testing Services is anindependently owned company specialising in concrete and construction materials testing, playing a vital role in ensuring the quality and safety of building projects.
We're asupportive, down-to-earth, and growing teamwith a culture that's laid-back but progressive.
You won't just be another employee—you'll be part of a team that takes the time to train you, support you, and help you build a future.
We believe in giving people a genuine start in their careers, not just short-term work.
A day in the life as a Laboratory Technician (Junior)
This is a hands-on role where you'll be learning by doing.
You'll spend your daypreparing and testing concrete samples,grinding and crushing cylinders, andaccurately recording resultsthat contribute to real construction projects.
You'll also help maintain a clean, organised, and secure laboratory environment.
It's physical, practical work that keeps you engaged—and gives you skills you can actually build a career on.
What it takes to be successful as a Laboratory Technician (Junior):
A strongwillingness to learn and grow
Greatattention to detail
Comfortable withhands-on, physical work
Reliable, punctual, and responsible
Acurious mindsetand interest in how things work
Someone who prefers being active over sitting at a desk all day
The Minimum Requirements to be Considered:
Recently finished school (or similar entry-level background)
Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures
Enthusiasm to learn and be part of a team
What you'll need to learn in the first 90 days to excel at this job:
Coreconcrete testing procedures and lab techniques
Safe operation oflaboratory equipment
Accuratedata recording and reporting
Lab organisation and safety standards
Understanding how your work supports real construction outcomes
Work Schedule & Location:
Casual role based inYatala (lab-based position)
Opportunity to transition intofull-time employmentafter probation
For the right person, we will support completion of aCertificate IV in Laboratory Techniques