Nicholas Lobb
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Accomplished Senior Geotechnical Laboratory Technician and Specialist Laboratory Team Leader with a proven track record at WSP Australia and Ground Science. Familiarised with NATA ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standards and laboratory safety protocols. Demonstrated leadership in managing teams and projects, enhancing test accuracy, and ensuring workplace safety. Skilled in instrument calibration and client relations, embodying technical precision and exceptional teamwork.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Geotechnical Laboratory Technician
WSP Australia
05.2015 - Current
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
- NATA signatory for multiple tests
- Contributed to a safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines within the lab setting.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Trained new associates in laboratory procedures and standards.
- Supported laboratory staff with advanced troubleshooting, resolving complex problems and helping with special projects.
- Registered and prepared samples for general analytical testing through data entry, weighing and physical homogenization.
- Participated in lab meetings and presentations.
- Operated and maintained advanced laboratory equipment
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Engaged in representative roles such as 1st Aider, Floor fire Warden and lab HSSE representative
- Radiation Safety Officer
Specialist Laboratory Team Leader
Ground Science
09.2006 - 05.2015
- Liaising with clients and managing their projects
- Calibration officer role
- Managing a small team
- NATA signatory role
- Issuing reports to clients
- Preparation and testing samples
Education
Certificate IV - Laboratory Techniques (CMT)
Lab Tech Training Victoria
Victoria09.2023
Diploma of Applied Science - Environmental Technology
Royal Melbourne Institute of Tech
Melbourne, VIC07.2000
Skills
- Technical Assessor for NATA
- Completed NATA ISO/IEC 17025:2017 training course
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Completed Workplace Emergency Response training
- HSE Representative for Laboratory
- Instrument Calibration
Timeline
Senior Geotechnical Laboratory Technician
WSP Australia
05.2015 - Current
Specialist Laboratory Team Leader
Ground Science
09.2006 - 05.2015
Certificate IV - Laboratory Techniques (CMT)
Lab Tech Training Victoria
Diploma of Applied Science - Environmental Technology
Royal Melbourne Institute of Tech
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