Pay Rate:
$***** per hour + super
Travel:
Work-related travel, accommodation, meals and incidentals covered by TMR
Location:
Warwick QLD
Duration:
6 Month Assignment
APG Workforce is currently seeking a motivated and reliable
Trainee Materials Officer
to join a government department based in
Warwick, QLD
.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to develop practical experience in materials testing and road transport infrastructure. Working alongside experienced staff, you will undertake a combination of laboratory and field-based activities involving the sampling and testing of soil, aggregate, concrete, bitumen and asphalt.
About the Role
As a Trainee Materials Officer, you will receive supervision and on-the-job training while assisting with materials testing, pavement investigations and site sampling activities.
Key responsibilities include:
Perform materials testing procedures under supervision and in accordance with departmental standards, specifications, policies and procedures
Undertake sampling and testing of soil, aggregate, concrete, bitumen and asphalt
Assist with investigation and research projects using project management principles
Assist with the analysis of test data, ensuring accurate and timely results
Operate testing equipment, apparatus and reagents in accordance with documented procedures
Ensure PPE and other safety equipment is correctly used at all times
Comply with WH&S; requirements, departmental policies, legislation and governance obligations
Assist experienced staff with pavement investigations and site sampling exercises
Travel to various locations throughout the region to undertake field work
Work across both indoor laboratory and outdoor field environments
Undertake regular physical duties including shovelling, lifting samples and equipment up to 25kg and walking across uneven or adverse terrain
Trainee Materials Officer – Warwick
Pay Rate:




$***** per hour + super
Travel:
Work-related travel, accommodation, meals and incidentals covered by TMR
Location:
Warwick QLD
Duration:
6 Month Assignment
APG Workforce is currently seeking a motivated and reliable
Trainee Materials Officer
to join a government department based in
Warwick, QLD
.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to develop practical experience in materials testing and road transport infrastructure. Working alongside experienced staff, you will undertake a combination of laboratory and field-based activities involving the sampling and testing of soil, aggregate, concrete, bitumen and asphalt.
About the Role
As a Trainee Materials Officer, you will receive supervision and on-the-job training while assisting with materials testing, pavement investigations and site sampling activities.
Key responsibilities include:
Perform materials testing procedures under supervision and in accordance with departmental standards, specifications, policies and procedures
Undertake sampling and testing of soil, aggregate, concrete, bitumen and asphalt
Assist with investigation and research projects using project management principles
Assist with the analysis of test data, ensuring accurate and timely results
Operate testing equipment, apparatus and reagents in accordance with documented procedures
Ensure PPE and other safety equipment is correctly used at all times
Comply with WH&S; requirements, departmental policies, legislation and governance obligations




Assist experienced staff with pavement investigations and site sampling exercises
Travel to various locations throughout the region to undertake field work
Work across both indoor laboratory and outdoor field environments
Undertake regular physical duties including shovelling, lifting samples and equipment up to 25kg and walking across uneven or adverse terrain
Trainee Materials Officer – Warwick
About You To be considered for this opportunity, you will have:
Current Class C Driver Licence – mandatory
Ability to safely undertake manual handling and lift samples/equipment weighing up to 25kg
Ability and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Willingness to undertake regional travel and field work
Ability to work in isolated locations where mobile phone coverage may be limited
Positive attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures
Sound numeracy skills
Basic computer skills
A strong commitment to workplace health and safety
A positive attitude and willingness to learn
Travel & Field Work
The position involves travelling with experienced staff to undertake pavement investigations and site sampling exercises at various locations throughout the region.
At times, you may be required to work in isolated locations with limited or no mobile phone coverage for periods of up to
five days
. Appropriate levels of contact will be maintained between employees and the home base.
TMR will cover required work-related travel costs, including accommodation, meals and incidentals.
Physical Requirements This is a hands‐on position involving regular and repeated physical activity, including
manual handling, lifting up to 25kg, bending, shovelling and extended periods of standing and walking
.
Applicants must be able to safely perform the inherent physical requirements of the position.
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📌 Trainee Materials Officer - Government (Warwick)
🏢 Apg Workforce
📍 Warwick