Laboratory Technician

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 98,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Flexibility is critical as you may be required to complete day, afternoon and/or night shifts. Working as part of a fast-paced, team, you will be responsible but not limited to:

• Receipting, recording, sorting and storing coal samples as required
• Carry out routine laboratory analysis and maintain a technically first-class laboratory
• Day to day upkeep of analytical and sample preparation equipment.
• Accurately conducting physical coal testing and analysis of routine samples
• Compliance with analytical methods, procedures and SGS Quality Systems & onsite HSE Standards
• Delivery of quality samples to both internal and external customers.
• Understanding of assay methods and recognition of sample types
• Suggest and help to implement improvements to laboratory methods and techniques

Previous Laboratory and testing experience would be an advantage. The successful candidate will also have:

• Experience handling acids and chemicals
• Strong communication skills
• The ability to work in a team environment and the ability to meet tight deadlines
• A flexible schedule to cover various shifts and rosters
• Computer skills – Excel, Access, Lotus Notes and CCLAS

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.