Job Description Permanent Full- Time Based in Perth Aiport Salary $ 73K - 78K SGS is seeking a full time Chemist to join the team in Perth Aiport WA. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITES Conduct routine and non-routine physical and chemical analytical testing of water, soil, and air samples using techniques such as CVAAS, Discrete Analyzer, TOC Analyzer, High Pressure Ion Chromatography, UV-vis spectroscopy, automated multi-parameter analyser, reflux reaction, and classical wet chemistry techniques including extraction, digestion, distillation, and titration.Develop and validate new analytical methods and instrumentation, involving R&D as required by the business.Monitor the performance of instruments, and perform scheduled calibrations, maintenance, and troubleshooting.Validate and ensure the quality of data produced meets SGS's quality policy, NATA certification, and stated data quality objectives.Assist in maintaining a safe working environment in the laboratory, including developing safety initiatives which would enhance safety further.Conduct safety and quality meetings and attend daily production meetings to discuss key laboratory issues.Supervise and coordinate the assigned team to complete test analyses within the stipulated time frame.Ensure all staff are trained in appropriate methods, instrument calibration, and maintenance as per NATA and quality requirements.Conduct method audits (investigatory and developmental experiments) to improve existing methods of analysis and develop new ones.Develop procedures, work instructions, and carry out risk assessments.Work together with other team members, including BMs, section heads, and key stakeholders within EHS Australia, for the successful completion of projects.Provide technical support to management and team members.Participate in continuous improvement projects and initiatives to improve workflow, productivity, efficiency, and safety in the lab/section.Investigate and solve laboratory nonconformance reports.Be responsible for any hazards raised within the assigned section.Perform other duties as directed by the laboratory manager and business manager. Qualifications Appropriate tertiary qualification desirable, TAFE certificates minimum.Demonstrable experience in an environmental laboratory, specifically Discrete Analyzer, TOC Analyzer, Ion Chromatography, Autotitrator and Wet chemistry techniques preferred.Flexibility with working hours and tasks.Some weekend work and overtime required from time to time.Additional Information Excellent written and verbal communication skills Self-motivated High level of integrity Teamwork co-operation Organisation and efficiency Taking responsibility Passion for learning Desire to develop analytical abilities Thinks Strategically Collaborates Effectively Embraces Delivers Superior Results 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.