Field Water Quality Analyst

SGS; Newman; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6-monthly attendance bonus

FIFO 8/6 roster

Flexible work options

Job summary

SGS Australia is seeking a Field Water Quality Analyst to launch your career in environmental science, with hands-on water quality monitoring across the Pilbara region.

You will collect samples, perform field tests, and report findings, while coordinating equipment and ensuring safety through JSA and risk assessments. A 8/6 FIFO roster and 6-monthly attendance bonus are offered to balance work and lifestyle.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field (desirable).
• Field experience in mining or sampling is desirable.
• Strong communication skills, ideally with client-facing experience.
• Willingness to work FIFO on an 8/6 roster.

Responsibilities

• Collect water samples (potable, wastewater, sewage, soil) per Australian Standards.
• Conduct field tests and report anomalies immediately.
• Submit daily field reports within 24 hours of sampling.
• Coordinate field consumables and equipment for each job.
• Complete Job Safety Analyses and risk assessments as required.

Skills

Water sampling

Field testing

Report writing

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Degree in Environmental Science

Job description

SGS Australiais 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 ofover 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 byNATA and ISO 9001, ensuring our services meet both Australian and international standards.

Job Description

Looking to begin your career in environmental science? Join SGS, a global leader in testing and certification, as a FieldWater Quality Analyst. This role offers the chance to gain hands-on experience in water quality monitoring while working across the Pilbara region.

With a FIFO 8/6 roster (Thursday–Thursday) to Newman and a 6-monthly attendance bonus, you’ll enjoy a balanced lifestyle while building a strong foundation in the field.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Collecting water samples (potable, wastewater, sewage, soil, and hygiene) in line with Australian Standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Conducting field tests and immediately reporting any anomalies.
• Preparing and submitting daily field reports within 24 hours of sampling.
• Coordinating field consumables, sampling media, and equipment for each job.
• Completing Job Safety Analyses (JSA) and risk assessments as required.

Qualifications

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field (desirable, not essential).
• Field experience in mining and/or sampling (desirable).
• Strong communication skills, ideally with client-facing experience.
• 4WD training and Senior First Aid (desirable).
• Willingness to work FIFO on an 8/6 roster.

This is an exciting opportunity to launch your career in environmental analysis while gaining experience in one of Australia’s most dynamic industries.

Additional Information

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.