Field Technician in Melbourne, Australia

Eurofins Environment Testing Australia is an Environmental testing network of fully accredited testing services. With a staff of over 300 our laboratories are located in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane and with Client Service Offices located in Adelaide, Darwin, Newcastle and Wollongong. We also operate field sampling services out of Melbourne, Sydney & Perth. We specialise in all areas of Environmental analysis, including Contaminated Soil, Sludge, Sediments, Leachate, Soil Vapour, Trade Waste Effluents, Sewage Effluents, Stack Emissions, Work Place Air, Ambient Air, Dust, Drinking Water, Surface Water run off, River & Stream Monitoring, Seawater, and Groundwater.

• Fixed Term full-time contract for 12 months based in Metro Melbourne.

• Days of work Monday – Friday.

• Salary range of $70-80k per annum dependent on candidate skills and experience.

• Position comes with a company Vehicle & Mobile Phone.

• Excellent opportunity for career development and gaining new skills while working within an expanding field team.

Eurofins Environment Testing is seeking a dedicated Field Technician to join our growing team. As a member of the field team, you will play a key role in conducting landfill gas sampling and maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and accuracy in environmental data collection. This role offers ample room for career development in an ever-expanding field team, with opportunities for growth and skill advancement.

Reporting to the Field Services Manager, the Field Technician will be responsible for scheduling and managing onsite visits for landfill gas sampling, operating handheld instrumentation, and ensuring accurate data handling and reporting. The role will work directly with clients to provide updates, manage consumables, and ensure safety and quality standards are met during field operations.

Key responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Scheduling & Coordination: Planning and scheduling field visits for landfill gas sampling, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of services to clients and compliance with project timelines.

• Client Communication: Serving as the primary point of contact for clients during field operations, providing regular updates and addressing any on-site issues or concerns.

• Sampling Operations: Operating handheld instrumentation to collect landfill gas samples, ensuring accurate measurement, proper calibration, and compliance with safety and industry standards.

• Consumables Management: Tracking and managing sampling equipment and consumables, ensuring adequate inventory for ongoing projects and proper maintenance of equipment.

• Data Handling & Reporting: Collecting, recording, and analysing field data, ensuring proper documentation and accurate reporting to clients and internal teams.

• Field Safety: Adhering to all safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), to maintain a safe working environment on-site.

• Troubleshooting: Identifying and resolving any equipment or sampling issues in the field, ensuring minimal disruption to project timelines.

• Quality Assurance: Ensuring that all sampling processes and equipment meet company standards and regulatory requirements for accuracy and reliability.

• Career Development: Participating in training programs and development opportunities to enhance your technical skills, leadership abilities, and career progression within our expanding field team.

To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will need the following:

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

• Strong organizational abilities, including scheduling and inventory management.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic field environment.

• Valid driver’s license.

• Ability to perform field-based physical tasks.

We will be reviewing applications as they are received, so if you believe you are ready for this exciting, challenging and rewarding position please apply as soon as possible by submitting your cover letter and resume that outlines your interest and suitability for the position.

This opportunity is only open to candidates who are eligible to work in Australia/New Zealand, and already have work rights or an appropriate working visa.