Chemist (Shift Relief)

BlueScope; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

14% superannuation

Bonus program

Training & development

Wellbeing programs

Fitness Passport

On-site canteen

Free parking

PPE provided

Inclusive culture

Discounts

Job summary

BlueScope's Western Port facility in Hastings, Victoria, is seeking a Chemist (Shift Relief) to join the Testing Services team. You will work hands-on with COLORBOND steel and deliver quality outcomes through chemical analysis of products, processes and environmental samples.

The role offers 8-hour days Monday to Friday with relief duties and 12-hour shift flexibility, plus a competitive remuneration package, 14% superannuation, bonus program, ongoing training, wellbeing initiatives, and on-site

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Science, Chemistry or related discipline.
• Flexibility to move from a day-time role to a shift relief role.
• Extensive experience working within a laboratory environment.
• Comfort with general lifting requirements in a production environment.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to the team’s success.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a safe working environment.
• Perform chemical analysis of products, processes and environmental samples and evaluate data.
• Utilise techniques and adapt processes to understand root causes of production issues.
• Ensure testing methodologies and routine maintenance meet laboratory standards and take corrective actions.
• Identify opportunities to improve and streamline procedures or testing.

Skills

Analytical testing

Data analysis

Laboratory techniques

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Science, Chemistry or related discipline

Job description

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 and stadiums.

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

As we’re creating strength for the future through our people, products and solutions, BlueScope supports you to build your expertise within a safe and positive team environment. At BlueScope, you’ll:

• 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.”

Applications close Friday, 13th November 2026.