Coal Technician

SGS; Unanderra; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Parental leave

Volunteer days

Wellbeing programs

Learning & development

Career progression

Employee discounts

Job summary

SGS Australia is seeking a Permanent Coal Technician based in Unanderra, NSW to join our energy minerals team. You will perform timely sampling, preparation and basic analysis of coal samples for internal and external customers.

You will handle receipt, recording, storage of samples, operate analytical equipment, and comply with SGS quality systems and HSE standards. Flexibility to work day, afternoon and night shifts as required.

Qualifications

• Sampling and testing of coal samples with accuracy for internal and external customers.
• Compliance with analytical methods and SGS quality systems. Onsite HSE standards.
• Ability to work in a team and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Accurately conducting physical coal sampling and testing of routine samples.
• Receipting, recording, sorting and storing coal samples.
• Compliance with analytical methods, procedures and SGS Quality Systems & onsite HSE Standards.
• Day to day upkeep of analytical and sample preparation equipment.
• Delivery of quality samples to both internal and external customers.
• Flexibility to work day, afternoon and/or night shifts on weekdays or weekends.

Skills

Coal sampling

Laboratory testing

Teamwork

Shift work

Education

On-the-job training with 6-12 months experience

Higher School Certificate (English/Math/Science)

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

SGS Australia is a leading provider of Testing, Inspection, and Certification services, supporting multiple industries across the country with trusted expertise and technical excellence. Backed by SGS’s global legacy of over 140 years, we operate one of the largest networks of accredited laboratories and field facilities in Australia, with a network of more than 50 offices and laboratories and over 1,400 employees across Australia. We are accredited by NATA and ISO 9001, ensuring our services meet both Australian and international standards.

In Australia, our Energy Minerals business is a leading provider of coal testing, analysis and expert advice and we are currently looking for Coal Technicians to join our operations. We are seeking candidates who are looking for an exciting career change to work with a Global leader for quality and integrity role.

Permanent Coal Technician, based in Unanderra, NSW

Join our dynamic team as a Permanent Coal Technician, based in Unanderra, NSW, where you'll be part of a fast-paced and supportive work environment.

In this role, your responsibilities will include the timely and quality sampling, preparation, and basic analysis of samples for both internal and external customers. You'll also contribute to achieving our mission and objectives in the areas of sample preparation, analysis, and storage.

You will be responsible but not limited to:

• Accurately conducting physical coal sampling and testing of routine samples
• Receipting, recording, sorting and storing coal samples as required
• Compliance with analytical methods, procedures and SGS Quality Systems & onsite HSE Standards
• Day to day upkeep of analytical and sample preparation equipment.
• Delivery of quality samples to both internal and external customers.
• Flexibility is critical as you may be required to complete day, afternoon and/or night shifts on weekdays or weekends.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will also have:

• Appropriate on-the-job training with 6-12 months experience in a laboratory or chemical process; OR
• Completion of Higher School Certificate with passes in English, Maths and Science or equivalent
• Progress towards or completion of relevant higher formal qualifications preferred
• Completion of a numeracy, writing and comprehension test to required standard
• Previous experience in a similar prep/laboratory is desirable but not essential
• The ability to work in a team environment and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• A valid driver's licence (Car - minimum green provisional Car Licence)

WHY WORK FOR SGS?

Working at SGS means joining an innovative, Global company. Here are some of the benefits to working for SGS.

• As a company, we have embraced the shift to flexible work
• Sustainability is embedded in our culture and the way we do business
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time for volunteering day and blood donations
• Corporate health & wellbeing offers
• Ongoing learning & development
• Career development opportunities (Nationally and Globally)
• SGS Rewards: Our employee benefits platform with access to retail and online discounts and cashback

COME TO WORK AND BE 100% YOU

SGS Australia supports a diverse workforce, we encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. Providing employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is an important part of our SGS Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). We truly believe the diversity among us will continue to foster a strong, innovative, and forward-thinking workplace.

SGS Australia acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.