Analytical Chemist, Resources Safety And Health Queensland

Queensland Government; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government’s Safety in Mines Testing and Research Station (Simtars) seeks an Analytical Chemist to apply chemistry expertise across Queensland’s mining industry. You’ll analyze mine gas samples, develop analytical methods, and support quality systems while providing technical advice to clients and stakeholders.

This role blends laboratory work with field duties, offering travel to mine sites and opportunities to contribute to research that improves mine safety.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in chemistry, applied science or a related discipline.
• Experience with analytical instrumentation and gas chromatography is highly regarded.
• Willingness to travel regularly and work in mining environments.

Responsibilities

• Analyse mine gas samples and develop analytical methods.
• Support quality systems and deliver training.
• Provide technical advice to clients and stakeholders.
• Travel to mine sites and participate in industry projects.
• Contribute to research activities to improve mine safety.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Gas chromatography

Laboratory analysis

Quality systems

Technical report writing

Field work

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Applied Science degree

Tools

Gas chromatography

GC instrumentation (e.g., GC/MS)

Job description

Are you a scientist who wants to see your work make a real difference?

At the Safety in Mines Testing and Research Station (Simtars), you'll apply your chemistry expertise to help protect the health and safety of workers across Queensland's mining industry. This is far more than a traditional laboratory role. You'll have the opportunity to work with advanced mine gas monitoring technologies, investigate complex technical issues, contribute to research and innovation, and support some of the most challenging operating environments in Australia.

As an Analytical Chemist, you'll be part of a highly skilled team that provides specialist laboratory, field and technical services to industry. Your work may involve analysing mine gas samples, developing and improving analytical methods, supporting quality systems, delivering training, participating in industry projects, and providing technical advice to clients. You'll also have opportunities to travel to mine sites, work directly with industry stakeholders, and contribute to research activities that improve mine safety outcomes.

We're looking for a motivated and adaptable scientist who enjoys solving problems, working with technology, and applying their technical knowledge in practical situations. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively, have strong communication skills, and be capable of building productive relationships with clients and colleagues.

This role would suit someone with qualifications in chemistry, applied science or a related discipline who is seeking a varied career that combines laboratory science, field work, client engagement and continuous learning. Experience with analytical instrumentation, quality systems, technical report writing, gas chromatography, mining, occupational hygiene or NATA-accredited laboratories will be highly regarded, but is not essential.

Applicants must be willing to undertake regular travel, participate in a 24/7 after-hours on-call support roster, and work in mining environments. A current driver's licence and the ability to meet industry medical requirements are essential.

Join Simtars and become part of a team that uses science, technology and innovation to improve safety outcomes across the mining industry.

The role description will outline any qualifications, licences and specific requirements of the role. If you are interested in this job we encourage you to read the attached role description and talk to the contact officer.

• Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies (identical or similar).
• Appointments are subject to criminal history checks in accordance with section 52 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
• Prior to appointment, current and previous public sector employees are required to disclose any history of serious disciplinary action in accordance with section 71 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
• All employees are required to disclose any interest/s that conflict, may conflict or may be perceived to conflict with the discharge of their duties in accordance with section 89, 182 or 183 of the Public Sector Act 2022.

Analytical Chemist, Resources Safety and Health Queensland, Ipswich, Australia