DescriptionThe Product Development Officer’s role operates within the Road Science team for Downer’s Transport and Infrastructure Services Division. You will support the Product Development Team to deliver R&D projects and relevant testing work as required by Downer.
Supporting R&D and consulting to a business that builds and maintains over 30,000km of roads nationally. We pride ourselves as leaders in the industry for innovation, technology and sustainability evidenced by initiatives such as our Recycled Toner modified roads. This will be an excellent opportunity to contribute to furthering innovation and fostering change in the industry that we operate in.
The successful candidate will be responsible for laboratory duties including sampling, sample preparation, testing, training, research, equipment checks, report preparation and maintenance in line with the laboratory quality system.
ABOUT YOU
Tertiary Qualification in Science, Engineering or Materials (Background in Pavement Materials or Asphalt favourable).
Knowledge and experience in one of the following technology areas is desirable; Bituminous Binders, Asphalt Design, Pavement Engineering.
Demonstrable and successful experience working in a Civil Engineering Technology Laboratory environment and quality system, preferably a NATA accredited facility is required.
Experience in researching and understanding complex information to develop and implement technical solutions.
A flair for problem solving and formulating solutions.
Strong safety focus - actively participate in and support Downer Zero Harm initiatives and strategies.
Downer is a company that believes people are our greatest asset. We take pride in providing career opportunities, work-life balance, and above benchmark services. We also offer a range of benefits including:
Health & Wellbeing; discounted BUPA Health Insurance, company health programs, EAP
Financial; discounts and offers at HSBC, CBA & Qudos Bank, novated leasing, salary sacrificing
Lifestyle; discounts with Shell petrol, car rentals, shopping (such as The Good Guys & Wattyl Paint)
Technology; discounts with Samsung, Dell and Microsoft
To apply for these great opportunities, please click on "Apply" and submit your application. We do not accept applications via email but for more information, please contact:Melissa Edwards – Specialist Recruitment AdvisorE: Melissa.Edwards2@downergroup.com