LABORATORY ADMINISTRATOR (Construction Materials Testing Environment)

Workforce Staffing • Full-time • KwaZulu-Natal • 6d ago

Introduction

A leading construction and engineering project is seeking an experienced and highly organised Laboratory Administrator with a strong understanding of construction testing processes, site laboratory administration, and quality documentation control within civil, roadworks, concrete, asphalt, or materials testing environments.

The successful candidate must have the ability to manage laboratory administration functions while fully understanding construction testing tasks, sample tracking, reporting procedures, and compliance requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

Grade 12 / Matric
Diploma or Certificate in Administration, Civil Engineering, Quality Management, or related qualification advantageous
Minimum 3–5 years experience within a construction laboratory or materials testing environment
Strong understanding of:
- Concrete testing
- Soil compaction testing
- Asphalt testing
- Aggregate testing
- Cube testing processes
- Site sample management and tracking
Knowledge of construction quality control procedures and laboratory standards
Computer literate (MS Excel, Word, Outlook)
Experience working with laboratory reports, test registers, and site documentation
Strong administration and coordination skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet strict project deadlines
Good communication and reporting skills
Valid driver’s licence advantageous

Key Responsibilities:

Manage all laboratory administration and document control functions
Capture, update, and maintain laboratory test registers
Ensure all test requests, samples, and results are accurately recorded
Coordinate daily laboratory testing schedules with site teams
Track construction material samples from collection to final reporting
Compile and distribute laboratory reports to management and clients
Maintain filing systems for test results, calibrations, inspections, and compliance documents
Ensure laboratory records are audit-ready at all times
Assist with quality control documentation and reporting
Liaise with laboratory technicians, site supervisors, engineers, and clients
Monitor outstanding test results and follow up accordingly
Ensure all construction testing documentation complies with project and client standards
Assist with timesheets, attendance registers, PPE control, and general site administration when required
Support site quality assurance and quality control processes
Ensure confidentiality and accuracy of all laboratory data