Overview
The Laboratory Technician role at Bureau Veritas North America is a permanent position based at the Newcastle site. The focus of this role will be performing manual handling tasks to prepare large physical coal samples for testing. You will also be involved in the simulation of coal production processes in order to test the properties of coal samples.
About Bureau Veritas
Bureau Veritas is a global leader in Testing, Inspection and Certification services. Founded in 1828, the group has in excess of 82,000 employees in 1,400 sites located in 140 countries. Bureau Veritas provides high quality data to accurately assess the quantity and quality of a wide range of commodities as they move through global supply chains. Providing inspections and laboratory testing services for all Oil & Petrochemicals and all Coal products.
The role
We are seeking a permanent Laboratory Technician to join our team at our Newcastle site. The focus of this role will be performing manual handling tasks to prepare large physical coal samples for testing. You will also be involved in the simulation of coal production processes in order to test the properties of coal samples.
What's needed?
To be successful in this role you will need to possess the following:
* Physically fit and capable of performing manual handling tasks
* Certificate III or IV in Laboratory skills (Preferred but not required)
* Previous laboratory or sample preparation experience in any field would be well regarded but is not essential
* A methodical and well organised approach to your work.
* Ability to pass an Order 43 Medical
* Valid NSW driver's license
* Must be reliable and with good communication skills
Safety is an absolute. Ongoing Drug & Alcohol testing and the ability to meet site inductions will be a requirement of working on site. Must live locally in the Newcastle region. No FIFO.
The Benefits
We offer a competitive salary and an opportunity to advance your career in a leading global organisation, as well as:
* Fantastic Training and Development opportunities
* Discounted Health & Wellbeing Platform
* Free access to our Employee Assistance Program supported by Lifework's
* Discounted Health Insurance with Bupa
* Access to Cliqit, an employee retail discounts portal
* Superannuation Salary Sacrifice
Bureau Veritas is committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and we encourage applications from women and Indigenous people.
Additional information
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
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