Coal Quality Tester

ALS; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ALS Coal Technology is seeking a full-time Coal Quality Tester for its Riverview site in Queensland. This entry-level position involves hands-on testing of metallurgical and thermal coal using specialized equipment, with full training provided.

The role operates Monday to Friday across two rotating shifts (6:00am-2:00pm and 10:00am-6:00pm) and includes safety-focused, team-based work in a dusty, hot environment. Prior experience is not required.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; full training provided.
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and teamwork.
• Physically fit and able to handle repetitive tasks in a dusty/hot environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely handle and process large coal and coke samples.
• Load/unload material from ovens operating at high temperatures.
• Perform physical testing (crushing, sizing, dividing).
• Record and transfer validated test results into systems.
• General site duties and safety incident reporting.

Skills

Safety focus

Teamwork

Numeracy

Literacy

Basic IT 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 – Riverview, QLD as a Full-time Coal Quality Tester!

About the Position:

ALS Coal Technology is seeking one full-time Coal Quality Tester to join its Team at Riverview. This is hands-on physical testing work, an Entry-Level position with the potential for long-term employment for the right candidate.

The team focuses on the evaluation of metallurgical and thermal coal, utilizing advanced equipment like pilot/small-scale coke ovens and a Boiler Simulator Furnace.

Operational Hours:

This role operates Monday to Friday across two rotating shifts: 6:00am-2:00pm and 10:00am-6:00pm.

Day to Day

• Safely handle and process large coal and coke samples.
• Load/unload material from ovens operating at high temperatures
• Perform physical testing (crushing, sizing, dividing).
• Record and transfer validated test results into systems.
• General site duties and safety incident reporting.

Skills and Attributes

• No prior experience required; full training provided.
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and teamwork.
• Solid numeracy, literacy, and basic computer skills.
• Physically fit; capable of repetitive manual handling in a dusty and hot environment.
• Willingness to learn, wear protective equipment, and meet production deadlines.

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.