Coal Quality Tester

ALS Chemex de Mexico; Gunnedah; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

ALS Coal in Gunnedah NSW is seeking a Casual Coal Quality Tester to perform sampling and testing across sites. The role requires a minimum of 15 hours per week with potential for extra shifts and travel to Boggabri and Maules Creek Coal.

You will collect samples and perform tests including Ash, Moisture and Total Sulphur, while adhering to safety and quality standards. Excellent teamwork and reliable attendance are essential.

Qualifications

• Lab or mine experience preferred.
• Safety and quality focus required.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Willing to travel to support teams at other sites.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine coal sampling and testing.
• Assist with sample preparation and analysis.
• Maintain equipment and follow safety protocols.
• Collaborate with teams across sites as required.
• Ensure turnaround time and high quality of results.
• Check and validate results within repeatability tolerances.
• Maintain laboratory equipment (ovens/furnaces, Leco/sulfur).
• Follow Work Instructions and SOPs.
• Maintain housekeeping and presentation of equipment and areas.

Skills

Lab experience

Can-do attitude

Flexible shifts

Safety & Quality

Work independently

Driver's license

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you'll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.

Join ALS Coal - Casual Coal Quality Tester | Gunnedah NSW

About the Position

We are looking for an experienced Coal Tester who can work a minimum of 15 hours per week , with the flexibility to take on additional hours as needed. You must also be willing to travel to support teams at Boggabri and Maules Creek Coal

Key Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

• Conducting routine coal sampling and testing
• Assisting with sample preparation and analysis
• Maintaining equipment and adhering to safety protocols
• Collaborating with team members across different sites as required

Day to Day

• Collection of a range of production and train samples
• Performing a range of preparation and analytical tests including Ash, Moisture and Total Sulphur
• Ensuring that all work is carried out in a safe and efficient manner and to agreed standard operating instructions
• Checking and validating all results to ensure that they are within repeatability tolerances
• Maintaining laboratory equipment: Ovens/Furnaces, Leco/Sulfur
• Optimising turnaround time for samples whilst ensuring the highest quality of results is achieved and maintained
• Ensuring Quality Work Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures are followed
• Ensuring a high standard of housekeeping and presentation of all equipment and work areas

Skills/Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a Laboratory or mine setting would be advantageous
• Can do attitude
• Flexible and adaptable to work extra shifts
• A strong focus on safety & Quality
• Ability work alone and un-supervised at times.
• Driver's License
• Good Organisation and Communication Skills

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.

Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.

At ALS, you'll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us.

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.

Everyone Matters

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.