Coal Technician - Mount Thorley

Sgs; Singleton Council; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Australia is seeking a Casual Coal Technician based in Mt Thorley, NSW. The role involves day, afternoon and night shifts, with manual handling of samples up to 15+ kg. You will perform coal testing, sampling at client sites, and ensure accurate recording of results in SGS quality systems.

As part of a fast-paced team, you will receive on-the-job training to meet analytical methods and HSE standards, with some travel to client sites and rosters that require flexibility and reliability.

Qualifications

• Coal sampling and testing experience is advantageous.
• Unrestricted driver's license and reliable transport are mandatory.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team and meet tight deadlines.
• Flexible schedule to cover various shifts.
• Ability to keep pace with significant manual handling and labor.
• Forklift license and high-risk work ticket desirable.

Responsibilities

• Accurately conducting physical coal testing and analysis of routine samples, including crushing, weighing, drying, milling and sieving.
• Collection of samples from client mine site washeries.
• Recording, sorting and storing coal samples as required.
• On-the-job training to meet compliance with analytical methods, procedures and SGS Quality Systems & onsite HSE Standards.
• Day to day upkeep of equipment.
• Delivery of samples to both internal and external customers.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Flexibility

Manual handling

Driver's license

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Job Description

SGS Australia is looking for Casual Coal 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. Please note, this role involves significant regular manual handling of samples up to 15+ kg throughout your shift.

Working as part of a fast-paced, team, you will be responsible for:

• Accurately conducting physical coal testing and analysis of routine samples, including crushing, weighing, drying, milling and sieving.
• Collection of samples from client mine site washeries.
• Recording, sorting and storing coal samples as required.
• On-the-job training to meet compliance with analytical methods, procedures and SGS Quality Systems & onsite HSE Standards.
• Day to day upkeep of equipment.
• Delivery of samples to both internal and external customers.

Qualifications

Previous coal sampling and testing experience would be an advantage.

The successful candidate will also have:

• Unrestricted driver's license and reliable transport are mandatory.
• 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.
• The ability to keep pace with significant manual handling and labor throughout the shift.
• A can do attitude to strive for better and be part of a dynamic team.
• Forklift license and high-risk work ticket are desirable.

Additional Information

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.