Test Officer

Are you looking to test consumer products to ensure consumers are safe, informed and get the best use out of products sold in Australia? This is your chance to join a not-for-profit organisation that has been making Australia a fairer place for over 60 years.

• Conduct hands-on testing of consumer products 
• Work across various testing projects that influence safer and better purchasing decisions for Australian consumers
• Contribute to rigorous, standards-based testing that supports CHOICE’s advocacy and consulting work 

About you

You are a detail oriented and hands-on Test Officer, with the ability to apply scientific thinking to real world product testing and deliver independent, evidence based insights.

You have:

• Proven experience in product testing or a scientific/engineering environment with strong analytical thinking 
• Hands-on laboratory or technical testing skills 
• Strong time management and project coordination skills
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, written and verbal communication to provide technical advice to internal teams and external clients 

About the role 

$80,000 + superannuation | Full time | Permanent

This is an opportunity to be part of Reviews and Testing at CHOICE. Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, you will be an integral part of contributing to independent testing using in-house methods and Australian or international standards.

You will also: 

• Support commercial projects by delivering testing services aligned with NATA requirements and client specifications 
• Ensure testing equipment and laboratory practices meet safety, compliance and operational standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement of methodologies and processes 
• Maintain accurate records, datasets and documentation to support reproducibility and audit requirements
• Manage various testing projects, delivering outcomes with timelines, budgets and quality frameworks 

Benefits 

CHOICE offers a comprehensive suite of benefits to support wellbeing, growth and work-life balance. Some of which include flexible working arrangements, additional leave entitlements and generous parental leave entitlements, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free and confidential counselling, in-house wellbeing initiatives, opportunity to make pre-tax super contributions and novated leasing, Free CHOICE membership, discounts on CHOICE tested products and many more! 

Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Neurodiversity

We are committed to creating a fair and inclusive hiring environment, welcoming diverse backgrounds, and promoting a culture where individuals are valued and respected. 

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you have any specific needs, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate them.

Apply Now: 

To submit your application, follow the prompts to apply including your cover letter and resume by 8th June, 2026. 

For more information for this role and upcoming role opportunities, see our CHOICE Careers page on our CHOICE Website.