Company Description
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.
Our Energy Minerals Division provides high-quality, independent coal analysis and services to many Australian and international coal companies. We have NATA accredited (ISO/IEC 17025) coal laboratories servicing all major coal ports in Australia and have significant involvement with the superintending of coal exported overseas, quality control at mine sites / power plants and borecore evaluation. Our tech services provide mechanical sampling design and commissioning for all bulk particulate materials.
Job Description
We are seeking Laboratory Technicians to join our Energy Minerals team based in Mayfield West, to carry out efficiently and effectively all laboratory procedures in accordance with documented test methods and work instructions.
Our key responsibilities in this role will include but are not limited to:
* Assist the Laboratory Supervisor
* Help to maintain a technically first-class laboratory
* Carry out any routine laboratory analysis
* Basic Mathematical skills
* Carry out equipment calibration and routine laboratory equipment maintenance under supervision (Training will be provided)
* Help to dispatch samples and ensuring correct storage
* Monitor stock levels and advise if re-ordering is required
* Know and understand OH&S procedures
* Perform other duties as required
Qualifications
* Experience handling acids and chemicals (Training provided)
* Computer skills; Excel, Microsoft Office.
* Strong communication skills
* Ability to work in a team environment and the ability to meet tight deadlines
* A flexible schedule to cover various shifts and rosters
Additional Information
As the successful candidate SGS will:
* Provide full PPE
* Provide full training requirements for the position
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.