Coal Lab Technician — Sampling & Analysis

SGS; Middlemount; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training across multiple sites

Safe team environment with strong安全集

Career development opportunities

Flexible work options

Job summary

SGS Australia is seeking a Coal Technician to join our Foxleigh, QLD team. You will collect, prepare, and analyze coal samples, ensuring accuracy and traceability, with training across multiple sites and coverage as needed.

You will operate in a safety-conscious environment, report findings, and maintain records while supporting other SGS laboratory locations when required. A Standard 11 and current Australian driver license are preferred.

Qualifications

• Coal sampling, preparation and testing experience preferred but not essential.
• Previous experience in a mineral, coal or laboratory environment highly regarded.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work to deadlines while maintaining quality and accuracy.
• Ability to work autonomously and demonstrate initiative.
• Comfortable working in varying environmental conditions including heat, dust and cold weather.

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

Sample preparation

Laboratory testing

Communication

Teamwork

Autonomy

Education

Standard 11 (required)

Job description

SGS Australia is seeking a Coal Technician to join our Foxleigh, QLD team. You will collect, prepare, and analyze coal samples, ensuring accuracy and traceability, with training across multiple sites and coverage as needed.

You will operate in a safety-conscious environment, report findings, and maintain records while supporting other SGS laboratory locations when required. A Standard 11 and current Australian driver license are preferred.