Coal Sampling Technician - FIFO 7/7 (Day/Night)

SGS; Australia; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Paid parental leave

Volunteer day and blood donations

Health & wellbeing programs

Learning & development

Career opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

SGS Australia is seeking a Coal Technician to deliver accurate sampling, preparation and analysis for CHPP and train operations across remote sites in Queensland. You will ensure traceability, maintain safety standards and support timely reporting in line with Australian and international quality procedures.

You'll join a dynamic team, operate in a 7/7 day/night FIFO roster, and develop specialist skills in coal laboratory testing while contributing to critical quality assurance across SGS labs.

Qualifications

• Experience in coal sampling, preparation and testing, or within a mineral laboratory environment (preferred but not essential).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Availability to work a 7/7 rotating day and night roster.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team in remote locations.
• A current Australian manual driver's licence (preferred).
• Current Standard 11 certification.
• The ability to meet pre-employment medical and fitness-for-work requirements.

Responsibilities

• Execute precise sampling, preparation, analysis, and reporting procedures while maintaining the highest accuracy standards.
• Deliver all work on schedule with meticulous attention to detail and quality assurance.
• Maintain complete traceability and integrity of all samples throughout the testing process.
• Proactively support the maintenance and optimal performance of lab and prep equipment.
• Champion a safety-first culture by identifying hazards and promoting best practices across the team.
• Foster seamless communication and knowledge transfer with incoming and outgoing shift teams.
• Take ownership by immediately flagging unsafe or faulty equipment and escalating concerns.
• Conduct routine sampling, preparation, and analysis for shipping and exploration initiatives.
• Strategically plan daily tasks, coordinate sample logistics, and optimize testing schedules.

Skills

Coal sampling

Laboratory testing

MS Office

Safety awareness

Remote locations

Education

Current Standard 11 certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

SGS Australia is seeking a Coal Technician to deliver accurate sampling, preparation and analysis for CHPP and train operations across remote sites in Queensland. You will ensure traceability, maintain safety standards and support timely reporting in line with Australian and international quality procedures.

You'll join a dynamic team, operate in a 7/7 day/night FIFO roster, and develop specialist skills in coal laboratory testing while contributing to critical quality assurance across SGS labs.