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We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.
Job Description
SGS is currently seeking a Laboratory Technician to fill a full-time position based in Notting Hill, Melbourne. The role is responsible for the analytical testing and reporting for soil, water, air and other sample matrices conducted in the Inorganic, Organic and Radio Chemistry Sections of Environmental Laboratory.
Your key responsibilities in this role will include but are not limited to:
- Undertake sample preparation, analytical and radio chemistry analysis and reporting by conventional analytical methods and modern instrumental methods including GC, GC/MSMS, HPLC, LC/MSMS, ICP/MS, FIA.
- Perform laboratory equipment calibrations.
- Understand and comply to general laboratory QA/QC criteria and NATA accreditation requirements.
- Ensure equipment and laboratory is kept clean and tidy avoiding contamination, clutter and to protect the company’s assets.
- Maintain and update skills, qualifications and knowledge through courses and on the job training to support improvement.
- Perform other duties as directed by the Team Leader
Qualifications
- Appropriate tertiary qualification in Science, preferably in Chemistry
- Experience in a general laboratory environment preferred
- Flexibility with working hours and tasks.
Additional information
WHY WORK FOR SGS?
Working at SGS means joining an innovative, Global company. Here are some of the benefits to working for SGS.
• As a company, we have embraced the shift to flexible work
• Sustainability is embedded in our culture and the way we do business
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time for volunteering day and blood donations
• Corporate health & wellbeing offers
• Ongoing learning & development
• Career development opportunities (Nationally and Globally)
• SGS Rewards: Our employee benefits platform with access to retail and online discounts and cashback
COME TO WORK AND BE 100% YOU
SGS Australia supports a diverse workforce, we encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. Providing employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is an important part of our SGS Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). We truly believe the diversity among us will continue to foster a strong, innovative, and forward-thinking workplace.
SGS Australia acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
