Laboratory Technician - Materials Testing

Fenner Conveyors part of the Michelin Group is the world leader in providing engineered conveyor solutions for mining and industrial applications. We offer a range of products and services from the design and supply of complete conveyor material handling solutions through to service, installation maintenance and diagnostics services.
 
 This position is responsible for the evaluation and testing of raw materials to be used in the manufacture of conveyor belt as well as examination and testing of belt where quality issues arise to ensure the production of quality products

What you'll be doing:

Hands-on preparation of belt samples
Physical testing of rubber samples
Carry out Instrument calibration
Preparation and testing of  vulcanized test sheets
Comply with outlined specifications
Carry out ad-hoc tasks as required

Job Responsibilities

Pre employment medical, laboratory drug and alcohol test, blood screening for baseline measurements
Experience in manufacturing or heavy engineering environment (desirable)
2 years working in a material testing laboratory
Experience with testing and evaluation of rubber compounds and rubber chemicals
2 years’ experience working with a quality management system /structure
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and multi-task
Hold full Australian work rights

What we offer / Why Join Fenner?

Joining Fenner Conveyors means becoming part of an organisation that values its people and supports them to reach their full potential. You will gain exposure to major national projects and work alongside industry leaders in a collaborative, high-performing environment.
 
We offer a supportive, approachable leadership team, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that values wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion.
 
Our benefits include but not limited to,
Annual Group Bonus participation
Michelin Share Scheme
Access to FennerFits – our wellbeing, recognition, and discounts platform
Option to purchase up to four weeks’ additional leave per year through our Leave Purchase Program
On-site parking and modern amenities

Career development programs including Emerging Leaders & Supervisor Training We welcome and encourage applications from all people who want to build their career with us. If you are smart, passionate, innovative, culturally open, curious and collaborative, we’d like to hear from you. Ready to Elevate Your Career? If you think you have the required skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you.