This is a Assistant Technician, Laboratory role with WSP in Australia based in Perth, WA, AU WSP in Australia Role Seniority - junior More about the Assistant Technician, Laboratory role at WSP in Australia Job Description What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. In this role, you’ll work with the Laboratory Manager and the Mine Tailings team as a Laboratory Technician. This role will be based full-time in our Perth laboratory. At WSP you’ll find the scale and reach you need to do the kind of work the world needs – and the culture and people that make it the best work of your life. As An Assistant Laboratory Technician, You'll Under guidance from Laboratory Manager perform sampling, sample preparation, testing and reporting of soil and tailings samples from global projects. Maintain concise and detailed records of all testing activities. Preparing testing reports for review and approval. Operate, calibrate, and conduct routine maintenance of test systems. Work with Engineers/Project Team to complete day-to-day duties/operations Understand and follow WSP health, safety, and environment policies and procedures Display a safety-first attitude and always be conscious of health and safety Identify and report hazards, near misses, and incidents in the HSE Learnings Database What You'll Bring Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques or equivalent (external training can be provided) Current Australian driver's license Experience working in a testing laboratory would be an advantage Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Experience in laboratory and field testing of soil and tailings materials to recognised global standards (AS/ASTM/ISO) Operate, calibrate, and conduct routine maintenance of test systems. Good problem-solving and analytical skills High attention to detail, thorough and diligent in work tasks Self-starter Ability to work in a safe manner and actively foster an interdependent health and safety culture Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and basic mathematical skills Client service skills Why WSP? Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Our global team of over 5,200 dedicated mining professionals are supporting the industry to decarbonise mining operations in the accelerating green transition. Working collaboratively across borders and disciplines, you’ll join a leading team working on interesting and complex projects. We are experts in our field, and we are passionate about mining. Deliver work that genuinely shapes communities, grounded in WSP’s mission to provide sustainable solutions with deep environmental and social responsibility. Grow in a culture built on collaboration, inclusion, and belonging, where diverse perspectives power innovation and employees feel valued and supported. Enjoy work/life flexibility and strong career pathways, plus global mobility, health and wellbeing programs, and social initiatives. An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP’s collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and well-being of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page. https://www.wsp.com/en-au/careers/why-join-us/employee-benefits With us, you can. Apply today. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the WSP in Australia team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Performing sampling and testing Maintaining records and reports ⚙️ Operating and maintaining test systems Key Strengths Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques or equivalent ️ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Experience in laboratory and field testing of soil and tailings materials Good problem-solving and analytical skills Self-starter Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs A Final Note: This is a role with WSP in Australia not with Hatch.
