Technical Officer Materials Trainee (Geraldton)

Kick-start your career with Main Roads Western Australia as a Technical Officer Materials Trainee and get paid while you learn.

This traineeship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience while studying towards a nationally recognised qualification. You'll work alongside experienced professionals and learn how the materials used to build and maintain WA's roads and bridges are tested to ensure they are secure, durable and fit for purpose.

No two days are the same. One day you might be collecting samples in the field, and the next you could be working in a laboratory, operating specialised testing equipment and helping investigate how different materials perform in real‑world conditions.

As part of our team, you'll gain practical skills and valuable industry experience while contributing to projects that help keep people and communities connected across Western Australia.

If you're curious, enjoy solving problems and are looking for a career where you can learn, grow and make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

As a Technical Officer Materials Trainee, you will

learn how to test and assess materials used in road and bridge construction

assist with laboratory and field investigations

operate specialised testing equipment and technology

work with experienced technical professionals on real projects

develop practical problem‑solving, mathematical and analytical skills

build your knowledge in a supportive team environment

No previous experience is required. We'll provide the training, support and guidance you need to succeed.

What we are looking for

We are looking for highly motivated individuals with a basic understanding of and interest in maths and physics. You will be a good communicator and have sound problem solving skills. You will enjoy working as part of a team and be willing to get involved and take on new challenges and responsibilities. You will have an interest in contributing to your local community and growing your skills and experience with Main Roads.

Our Offer





The successful applicant will be provided with a two-year fixed‑term contract to complete their traineeship.

During this time, you will

work full‑time while earning a salary and gaining valuable workplace experience

receive four weeks of paid annual leave each year

be provided with all required equipment, including a laptop, to support your studies

complete a Certificate III or IV in Laboratory Skills and gain valuable experience that may lead to future career and development opportunities with Main Roads

receive ongoing support from our dedicated Trainee Coordinator

gain a nationally recognised qualification while building practical skills for your future career

We're building a diverse workforce

We are a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a registered Disability Confident Recruiter, a member of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity, and guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

Additional Information

All selection criteria listed in the Job Role Statement will be tested throughout the selection process.

The successful candidate will be required to complete a pre‑employment medical assessment as part of this recruitment process.

Applicants deemed as suitable for but not appointed to this role may also be considered for appointment to “similar vacancies” within Main Roads subject to business requirements.

The honest preview

The good

- You get paid while you study for a nationally recognised qualification.
- You get four weeks of paid annual leave each year, and the equipment you need for your studies, including a laptop, is provided.

The hard parts

- Besides the on‑the‑job training, you will have to do some study and homework in your own time.

What surprises people

- Twice a year you go to Perth for 2 or 3 weeks of classroom training, and Main Roads arranges and pays for the travel and accommodation.

We don’t have government occupation data for this role yet.

📌 Technical Officer Materials Trainee (Australia)
🏢 Main Roads Western Australia
📍 Australia