LABORATORY ASSISTANT

Personnel Area: Infrastructure Services

Branch: Asphalt and Aggregates

Salary Range: Band 2 $ 75,646 - $ 80,674 + Superannuation

(Remuneration stated is for the full-time positions)

Work type: Permanent Full-time

Location:  Eagle Farm Asphalt Plant & Riverview Asphalt Plant

Our Business

Infrastructure Services (ISG) brings together Council's asset management, infrastructure planning, design, project management, construction, services, maintenance and transport operations activities.​

Our Branch

Asphalt and Aggregates oversees the management of Council's asphalt production, quarries and road surfacing operations, including the laying and repair of asphalt pavements, minor pothole repairs and road line marking. The branch consists of three core business units: Road Resurfacing, Asphalt Production and Quarries. 

The Role

As a Laboratory Assistant, you will support the delivery of quality sampling, testing and laboratory services for asphalt and aggregate materials.

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with NATA certification standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• collecting samples and undertaking testing of asphalt and aggregate materials in field and laboratory environments
• performing basic analytical testing in accordance with established procedures and quality standards
• maintaining accurate testing records, data and reports
• assisting with laboratory and equipment maintenance activities
• monitoring production processes and reporting quality or material issues
• contributing to safe work practices and compliance with workplace health, safety, environmental and quality requirements
• supporting the efficient operation of laboratory services through effective teamwork and continuous improvement initiatives

To be successful you will have:

• the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute to a culture of performance excellence
• experience in sampling, testing or analysing materials in accordance with established procedures and quality standards
• knowledge of workplace health, safety, environmental and quality requirements
• the ability to prepare accurate records and reports and manage workloads effectively
• strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build positive working relationships
• sound computer skills, including experience using spreadsheets and data management systems
• an understanding of quality assurance processes and laboratory standards

Benefits of working for Council include:

• flexible working hours, and flexible arrangements
• free gym and wellness centre
• award winning superannuation fund
• generous leave provisions
• competitive salary. 

Benefits of working for Council: CLICK HERE

How to apply:  Click on the 'I’m interested' button to complete your online application. Please upload your tailored resume and covering letter (of no more than one page) demonstrating your suitability to the position.

For more information: Please call Marshal Nazareth on 07 31781606.

People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council’s Diversity and Inclusion team.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 6 September 2026 at 11:55pm AEST.

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Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with ‘Gold Employer’ status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion.