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.
Job Description
We’re hiring a permanent full-time Field and Laboratory Technician (Junior Chemist) to strengthen and expand our specialist field sampling capabilities within the Sydney Industrial Analytical Services team. This role plays a key part in supporting clients across the environmental, chemical, and petrochemical industries, helping us deliver high-quality analytical solutions.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Undertake practical field work of sampling and analysis as necessary, and occasional travel will be required;
* Provide technical support to client;
* Under take developmental work under supervision in connection with new methods of analysis and instrumentation;
* Under take audits and inspection on client site as required;
* Implement analysis protocols for new and existing service markets;
* Organize time efficiently on analytical projects to ensure deadline are met;
* Keep accurate records and prepare technical reports on work conducted.
Qualifications
* Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field such as Chemistry and/or experience in environmental, chemical or petrochemical industries are desirable;
* Experience in wet chemistry and gas chromatographic and gas measurement techniques also desirable;
* Experience in occupational health and hygiene monitoring and measurement, also desirable;
* Experience in GCMS, HPLC, UV-Vis, IR and AAS or ICP is also desirable;
* Knowledge of quality management systems and NATA accreditation is desirable.
* A current drivers license and willingness to travel and work additional or after hours is essential.
* Demonstrated commitment to Occupational Health and Safety.
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.