Chemist (Shift Relief)

BlueScope; Hastings; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration package

Salary review

Superannuation

Bonus program

Career development

Wellbeing initiatives

Fitness Passport

On-site canteen

Free parking

PPE provided

Inclusive culture

Rewards program

Employee discounts

Job summary

BlueScope in Hastings, Victoria, is seeking a Chemist (Shift Relief) to join the Testing Services team on an 8-hour shift pattern with potential 12-hour relief. Based at Western Port site, you’ll perform chemical analyses on products and environmental samples, supporting production teams to ensure quality.

You will work Monday to Friday day shifts with relief coverage including weekends and public holidays as needed, and you’ll use laboratory techniques and data interpretation to identify root

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in chemistry or science required.
• Experience in a laboratory environment is essential.
• Flexibility to move to shift relief role when needed.
• Comfort with general lifting in a production setting.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to the team.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a safe working environment on shift.
• Perform chemical analysis and data interpretation of products and samples.
• Apply laboratory techniques to understand root causes of issues.
• Maintain laboratory standards and corrective actions as required.
• Identify opportunities to improve procedures and testing.

Skills

Analytical skills

Laboratory experience

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Science, Chemistry or related discipline

Job description

BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16,500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe, successful and well.We’re leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society, today and in the future. We’re proud of brands, like COLORBOND ® steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges andstadiums.

The Opportunity

Our Western Port Manufacturing facility is looking for a Chemist (Shift Relief) in our Testing Services team based in Hastings. As a part of the broader Australian Steel Products Portfolio, we have four major manufacturing sites at Western Port which operate 24 x 7 and deliver a variety of products, innovative solutions and services to export and domestic customers.

In this action-oriented role, you’ll work with our high-quality products, such as COLORBOND® steel. Utilising your technical knowledge with a curiosity of the “what” and “why” things happen, you’ll work hands-on with our production teams to provide the best quality outcomes. Working in our high performing laboratory, you will provide chemical analysis of our products, processes and environmental samples.

You will predominantly work Monday to Friday 8-hour days but also provide relief to the Shift Chemist position as required, this role requires flexibility when working a relief role. Located in Hastings, Victoria, you will have availability to work 12-hour shifts (including weekends and public holidays).

What’s in it for you?

• enjoy a competitive remuneration package, annual salary review, option for 14% superannuation, participation in our company incentive bonus program
• on-going training and development providing you a career pathway
• access to numerous wellbeing initiatives including an Employee Assistance Program
• access to discounted gym fees through the ‘Fitness Passport’
• canteen on-site – food made fresh daily
• free on-site parking
• you’ll be provided with personal protective equipment (PPE)
• enjoy a vibrant and inclusive workplace culture that hosts regular celebrations and BBQ’s
• participate in and celebrate our reward and recognition programs
• access to a range of exciting discounts across travel, health, vehicle novated lease programs and more!

What Will You Do?

Working collaboratively with team whilst growing your knowledge and skills, you’ll support the team through shift relief and hands on analytical testing. You will also:

• successfully contribute to a safe working environment
• with exposure to the production of these products and processes, you’ll also ensure the quality analysis, evaluation, and manipulation of this data.
• utilise a range of different techniques and adapt existing processes, to help understand the root causes of production issues.
• ensure all testing methodology and routine maintenance is performed to our laboratory standards and Laboratory Quality Systems and take any necessary corrective actions
• proactively identify opportunities to improve and streamline our procedures or testing

More About You

With your analytical and high attention to detail, you will combine your hands-on laboratory experience and your ability to analyse and interpret technical data. You will also bring:

• tertiary qualifications in Science, Chemistry or related discipline
• the flexibility to move from a day-time role to a shift relief role
• extensive experience working within a laboratory environment
• you will be comfortable with general lifting requirements in a production environment
• the ability to work independently while contributing to the greater team’s success

Why BlueScope

• Learn and develop as you grow. Work alongside specialists and keep your skills and knowledge at the forefront of industry with our lifelong learning culture.
• Experience connection and care. Experience a positive, inclusive work environment where we look out for each other’s safety and wellbeing.
• Build innovative products. Seek better, smarter ways to work, help develop sustainable solutions and make things happen.
• Deliver work that matters. Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do.

We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves, and we encourage Women and First Nations people to apply. We’re passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities, including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal. At BlueScope, we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program.

It’s an exciting time in our history as, together, we work towards Our Purpose: “We create and inspire smart solutions in steel, to strengthen communities for the future.”

Join us, creating strength for the future.