Laboratory & Materials Testing - Entry Level Opportunity

360Hr; Wollongong City Council; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

360HR Solutions is recruiting for an entry-level Laboratory Tester / Sampler at Port Kembla Steelworks. The role involves practical sampling, preparation and analysis of iron ore and coal materials in a busy industrial lab environment.

The successful candidate will have a Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques or equivalent, with science graduates also encouraged to apply. Training will be provided, and experience in a lab is not essential.

Qualifications

• Good practical skills and an interest in science or technology.
• Willingness to undertake physically active, hands-on work, including material sampling and handling.
• Good attention to detail, reliability and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sampling, preparation, testing and analysis of raw materials used in steelmaking.
• Work alongside experienced scientists and technicians in the Raw Materials Investigation Laboratory.
• Operate and maintain basic laboratory equipment as training progresses.

Skills

Practical skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Basic computer skills

Driver's licence

Education

Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques

Job description

Laboratory & Materials Testing - Entry Level Opportunity

The Opportunity
360HR Solutions has supported BlueScope Steel's Port Kembla operations for over 20 years, providing engineering, technical and construction professionals.
We're seeking a practically minded person with an interest in science, chemistry or industrial technology for a Laboratory Tester / Sampler position within the Raw Materials Investigation Laboratory at Port Kembla Steelworks.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable industrial experience, working alongside experienced scientific and technical specialists in one of Australia's most significant manufacturing operations.

You'll receive training in the sampling, preparation, testing and analysis of raw materials used in steelmaking, including iron ore and coal, combining practical hands-on work with scientific testing and laboratory equipment.

About You
This opportunity would particularly suit someone with a Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques or similar practical technical qualification.
Science or chemistry graduates, and undergraduates with suitable availability, are also encouraged to apply.
Ideally, you'll have:

• Good practical skills and an interest in science or technology.
• A willingness to undertake physically active, hands-on work, including material sampling and handling.
• Good attention to detail, reliability and a willingness to learn.
• Basic computer skills and a current driver's licence.

Previous laboratory experience isn’t essential. We're more interested in your practical approach, attitude and willingness to learn.

Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to put your technical training or scientific studies into practice, gaining experience in a major industrial environment that could provide a valuable foundation for your future career.

The position is a casual engagement, initially expected to continue until at least June 2027, with the possibility of extension depending on operational requirements.

If you're looking to develop your practical scientific and technical skills while gaining valuable industry experience, we'd be interested in hearing from you.

Additional information

• Gain valuable hands-on industrial experience at Port Kembla Steelworks
• Ideal for Cert IV Laboratory Techniques or science/technical graduates
• Training provided | Casual opportunity through to June 2027+