Coal Lab Technician - 7/7 Rotational (Bowen Basin)

SGS; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time role

7/7 roster

Training & development

Safety focused team

Multi-site exposure

Job summary

SGS Australia is seeking a Coal Technician to join our team in Byerwen, Queensland. You will collect, prepare and analyse coal samples and ensure accuracy and adherence to Australian and international standards across multiple sites.

The role offers a full-time permanent appointment, a 7/7 rotating day and night roster, ongoing training, and a supportive safety-focused team environment. You will have opportunities to develop technical laboratory skills in a global leader in quality and integrity.

Qualifications

• Coal sampling, preparation and testing experience preferred but not essential.
• Previous experience in a mineral, coal or laboratory environment highly regarded.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect, prepare, analyse, store, and report coal samples in accordance with approved procedures and standards.
• Ensure accuracy, precision, and traceability of all sample preparation and testing activities.
• Assist with preventative maintenance of laboratory and sample preparation equipment.
• Plan shift workflows and coordinate sample collection and analysis activities.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with incoming and outgoing shifts.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture.
• Identify and report equipment issues or safety concerns promptly.
• Support routine and project-based sampling and testing activities.
• Participate in housekeeping and site maintenance activities to maintain a clean, safe, and professional working environment.
• Flexibility to provide support at other SGS laboratory locations if required by the business.

Skills

Coal sampling

Coal testing

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Autonomy

Education

Standard 11

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SGS Australia is seeking a Coal Technician to join our team in Byerwen, Queensland. You will collect, prepare and analyse coal samples and ensure accuracy and adherence to Australian and international standards across multiple sites.

The role offers a full-time permanent appointment, a 7/7 rotating day and night roster, ongoing training, and a supportive safety-focused team environment. You will have opportunities to develop technical laboratory skills in a global leader in quality and integrity.