Company Description Development Objective is a multidisciplinary organization working with project managers, consulting engineers, soil testers, and surveyors to deliver high-quality outcomes in the built environment. The team includes subdivision specialists, light gauge steel experts, and residential building professionals who collaborate across disciplines to support efficient and compliant land development and construction projects. The company is focused on practical, standards-driven solutions that help clients make informed decisions about site suitability, structural integrity, and project feasibility.

Members of the team benefit from exposure to diverse projects and expertise, fostering professional growth and technical skill development.

Role Description The Soil Tester CMT Technician is a full-time, on-site role based in Gold Coast, QLD. This role is responsible for performing soil and materials testing in the field and laboratory, including sampling, classification, compaction, and moisture content tests to support geotechnical and construction projects. The technician prepares test reports, documents results accurately, and communicates findings to engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders.

Daily tasks include operating testing equipment, following relevant standards and procedures, maintaining safe work practices, and assisting with site inspections and data collection.



The role also involves coordinating with team members to ensure timely delivery of test results and contributing to quality assurance and compliance with industry regulations.

Qualifications

- Ability to perform soil and construction materials testing (e.g., sampling, compaction tests, moisture content, density, and classification) in both field and laboratory settings.
- Familiarity with civil construction, geotechnical principles, and relevant testing standards (such as Australian Standards for soil and materials testing).
- Competence in documenting results, preparing clear test reports, and using basic computer applications for data entry and reporting.
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to follow technical procedures and safety protocols.
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally to project sites as required.
- Relevant qualification or certification in construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, laboratory technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Ability to work effectively on-site, manage time in a field-based environment, and collaborate with engineers, project managers, and other technical staff.
- Valuable physical fitness for fieldwork, including lifting equipment and working outdoors in varying conditions.

📌 soil tester CMT technitian (Gold Coast)
🏢 Development Objective
📍 Gold Coast