Overview
SGS Australia is a leading provider of Testing, Inspection, and Certification services, supporting multiple industries across the country with trusted expertise and technical excellence. Backed by SGS’s global legacy of over 140 years, we operate one of the largest networks of accredited laboratories and field facilities in Australia, with a network of more than 50 offices and laboratories and over 1,400 employees across Australia. We are accredited by NATA and ISO 9001, ensuring our services meet both Australian and international standards.
Job Description
Looking to begin your career in environmental science? Join SGS, a global leader in testing and certification, as a Field Water Quality Analyst. This role offers the chance to gain hands-on experience in water quality monitoring while working across the Pilbara region.
With a FIFO 8/6 roster (Thursday–Thursday) to Newman and a 6-monthly attendance bonus, you’ll enjoy a balanced lifestyle while building a strong foundation in the field.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Collecting water samples (potable, wastewater, sewage, soil, and hygiene) in line with Australian Standards and regulatory guidelines.
- Conducting field tests and immediately reporting any anomalies.
- Preparing and submitting daily field reports within 24 hours of sampling.
- Coordinating field consumables, sampling media, and equipment for each job.
- Completing Job Safety Analyses (JSA) and risk assessments as required.
Qualifications
- Degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field (desirable, not essential).
- Field experience in mining and/or sampling (desirable).
- Strong communication skills, ideally with client-facing experience.
- 4WD training and Senior First Aid (desirable).
- Willingness to work FIFO on an 8/6 roster.
Additional information
WHY WORK FOR SGS?
- Flexible work options; sustainability embedded in culture and business practices.
- Paid parental leave; paid volunteering and blood donation days.
- Corporate health and wellbeing offers; ongoing learning and development.
- Career development opportunities (nationally and globally); SGS Rewards program with access to discounts and cashback.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY SGS Australia supports a diverse workforce and encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures—including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQI+ communities, and people living with disability. We acknowledge and pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and celebrate the continued cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
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