Chemical Process Technician - Drive Safe Production

Chemistry for Sustainability; Googong; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsara Eco in NSW border region is seeking a Chemical Process Technician to operate and monitor production equipment while ensuring safe, efficient operation. You will maintain batch records and uphold GMP, quality controls, and environmental standards.

Ideal applicants have a Diploma in Chemical/Process/Industrial/Production Engineering, experience in process manufacturing, and strong numeracy. Six Sigma is a bonus; teamwork and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Chemical, Process, Industrial, or Production Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in a similar chemical or process manufacturing role.
• Solid understanding of chemical processes, equipment, and instrumentation.
• Able to read PFDs, P&IDs, and SOPs.
• Familiar with quality controls and safety regulations.
• Competent in Excel, Word, and email; strong with numbers.
• Good problem-solver with sharp attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• Six Sigma qualification is a bonus.
• A team player who contributes to a positive, inclusive work culture.

Responsibilities

• Run and monitor production equipment (pumps, valves, reactors, control systems), adjusting as needed.
• Carry out regular equipment checks and report faults immediately.
• Oversee the full production process from raw materials through to final processing, maintaining accurate batch records.
• Check raw materials, in-progress, and finished products against quality standards and resolve issues.
• Follow all safety rules, GMP, and environmental regulations; report concerns to your Team Lead.
• Keep workspace clean, organised, and 5S-compliant.
• Use SPC/6-Sigma tools to track output and efficiency, and actively suggest improvements.
• Work with engineers, lab staff, maintenance, and quality teams to solve problems and run process improvement trials.

Skills

Excel

Word

Email

Numeracy

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Diploma in Chemical/Process/Industrial/Production Engineering

Tools

PFDs

P&IDs

SOPs

Job description

Samsara Eco in NSW border region is seeking a Chemical Process Technician to operate and monitor production equipment while ensuring safe, efficient operation. You will maintain batch records and uphold GMP, quality controls, and environmental standards.

Ideal applicants have a Diploma in Chemical/Process/Industrial/Production Engineering, experience in process manufacturing, and strong numeracy. Six Sigma is a bonus; teamwork and clear communication are essential.