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 DescriptionJoin SGS as a Laboratory Technician in Newcastle, where you'll play a key role in performing laboratory procedures with precision and efficiency.
This casual position offers a rotational roster, providing flexibility while ensuring quality testing in line with documented methods and work instructions.
Our key responsibilities in this role will include but are not limited to:
Assist the Laboratory SupervisorDeputise for the Laboratory Technical OfficerHelp to maintain a technically first-class laboratoryCarry out any routine laboratory analysisCalculate and assess resultsCarry out equipment calibration and maintenance under supervisionHelp to dispatch samples to other laboratoriesHelp ensure samples are stored correctlyHelp to monitor stock levels and advise if re-ordering is requiredHelp to check goods received by the laboratoryAssist in training and development of traineesSuggest and help to implement improvements to laboratory methods and techniquesPerform other duties as requiredQualificationsAs the successful candidate you will have:
Experience handling acids and chemicalsComputer skills – Excel, Access, Lotus Notes and CCLASPrevious experience in a general mineral laboratory environmentAdditional InformationWHY 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 workSustainability is embedded in our culture and the way we do businessPaid parental leavePaid time for volunteering day and blood donationsCorporate health & wellbeing offersOngoing learning & developmentCareer development opportunities (Nationally and Globally)SGS Rewards: Our employee benefits platform with access to retail and online discounts and cashbackCOME 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.
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