Coal Quality Tester - Laboratory Tech

ACIRL Proprietary Ltd; Emerald; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ALS Coal – Emerald site is seeking a reliable Coal Quality Tester to join our team in Emerald, QLD. The role involves coal sampling, sample preparation, and performing laboratory testing to deliver accurate results for customers.

You will work 12-hour rotating shifts, including days and nights, and will be responsible for data entry in LIMS and ensuring HSE compliance. We value safety, quality, and teamwork, with opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement and learn new skills within a

Qualifications

• Experience in safe handling of coal sampling and lab testing processes.
• Ability to follow procedures and maintain sample integrity.
• Attention to detail and accurate data recording.

Responsibilities

• Conduct coal sampling in line with ALS and NATA procedures.
• Sample preparation including crushing, splitting, drying and processing.
• Laboratory testing for moisture, ash, sulphur, calorific value and other routine analyses.
• Equipment operation and basic maintenance.
• Data entry and result recording in LIMS.
• HSE compliance including JSA completion, PPE use and hazard reporting.
• Quality assurance aligned with NATA accreditation and ALS systems.

Skills

Coal sampling

Laboratory testing

Data entry

Quality control

Safety compliance

Tools

LIMS

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 - Emerald, QLD | Full-time | 12-hour Rotating Roster ALS Coal is seeking a reliable and safety-focused Coal Quality Tester to join our team at the Emerald Coal site. Working within a high-volume operational environment, you will support coal sampling, sample preparation, and laboratory testing activities that ensure accurate and timely results for our customers.

About the Role

• Conduct coal sampling in line with ALS and NATA procedures
• Sample preparation including crushing, splitting, drying and processing
• Laboratory testing for moisture, ash, sulphur, calorific value and other routine analyses
• Equipment operation and basic maintenance
• Data entry and result recording in LIMS
• HSE compliance including JSA completion, PPE use and hazard reporting
• Quality assurance aligned with NATA accreditation and ALS systems

What We're Looking For

• A strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.
• High attention to detail, reliable work ethic and strong organisational skills.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
• Previous lab or coal industry experience (advantageous, not essential)
• Willingness to work rostered shifts
• Excellent communication and reliability.
• Current driver’s licence.

Shift Structure 12-hour rotating roster (day and night shifts) Includes weekends and public holidays as part of rotation Overtime opportunities may be available depending on operational demand Shift handover processes must be followed to maintain continuity and sample integrity

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.