Coal Technician - Mount Thorley

SGS; Mount Thorley; On-site; AUD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

A leading testing and inspection company in Mount Thorley is seeking a Casual Laboratory Technician. This role requires conducting physical coal testing and analysis, with flexibility for various shifts, including days and nights. The successful candidate will have strong communication skills, a valid driver's licence, and a can-do attitude as part of a dynamic team. This position supports a diverse workforce and encourages applications from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Previous coal sampling and testing experience is an advantage.
• Strong communication skills required for team collaboration.
• A valid driver's licence and reliable transport are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical coal testing and analysis of samples.
• Receipt, sort, and store coal samples as required.
• Ensure compliance with analytical methods and quality systems.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Flexible schedule

Manual handling

Education

Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field

Job description

Job Description

SGS Australia is looking for a Casual Laboratory Technician in Mt Thorley, NSW.

Flexibility is critical as you may be required to complete day, afternoon and/or night shifts on weekdays or weekends.

• Accurately conducting physical coal testing and analysis 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

Qualifications

Previous coal sampling and testing experience would be an advantage.

The Successful Candidate Will Also Have

• Tertiary qualifications and previous experience in a similar laboratory is desirable
• Strong communication skills
• The ability to work in a team environment and the ability to meet tight deadlines
• A flexible schedule to cover various shifts and rosters
• A valid driver's licence and reliable transport are essential
• Please note that this role will involve manual handling.
• A can do attitude to strive for better and be part of a dynamic team

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.