Coal Quality Tester - Acland

ALS; Richlands; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ALS Coal is seeking a dedicated Coal Quality Tester for our Acland site, Richlands, QLD. This full-time role operates within the Physical Testing and Analytical Laboratory, reporting to the Analytical Laboratory Manager. You will contribute to coal testing, quality, turnaround time, client service and productivity.

We offer full training and value safety, teamwork, and accuracy. The role requires 12-hour shifts (day and night) and a commitment to high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Strong focus on safety, quality and teamwork.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines.
• Willingness to work 12-hour day/night shifts.
• Good organisation and communication skills.
• Reliable and trustworthy.
• Previous industry experience is an advantage.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and efficiency per SOPs.
• Check and validate results within repeatability tolerances.
• Maintain laboratory equipment including preparation gear, ovens/furnaces, balances.
• Optimise sample turnaround time while maintaining high quality.
• Follow quality work instructions and SOPs.
• Maintain high housekeeping and clean work areas.

Skills

Safety focus

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

12-hour shifts

Organisation

Communication

Reliability

Industry experience

Valid driver's license

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 – Richlands, QLD as a Full-time Coal Quality Tester!

About the Position:

Opportunities exist for a Coal Quality Tester based at our Acland site. The role will include duties within the Physical Testing and Analytical Laboratory.

Reporting to the Analytical Laboratory Manager, you will be involved in aspects of Coal Testing and Analysis, Quality, Turnaround Time, Client Service and Productivity.

If you have a drive to produce quality results and a strong team spirit, we would like to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• 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: Preparation Equipment, Ovens/Furnaces, Balances
• 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

Full training will be provided to the successful candidates. However, to be considered for this position you will have:

• A strong focus on safety, quality and teamwork
• Attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to work 12- hour shifts, rotating between day and night shift
• Good Organisation and Communication Skills
• Reliable and Trustworthy
• Previous industry experience would be an advantage
• Valid Drivers' License
• 12-hour shifts will be required

As part of the selection process, a pre-employment medical exam is required; including a drug and alcohol assessment.

We are an equal opportunity employer

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.