Metallurgical Lab Technician — Flexible, Hands-On Testwork

Au-Imo; Australia; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Paid parental leave

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

SGS Australia is recruiting a Metallurgical Technician in Welshpool to perform day-to-day metallurgical testwork, sample management and lab preparation. You will ensure safety, quality, and efficiency while supporting senior technicians and delivering high-quality results.

The role requires 1–2 years in minerals processing or lab testing, forklift certification and first aid training. Flexible work and development opportunities are highlighted by SGS.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in minerals processing or lab testing.
• Experience with various commodities and unit operations.
• Experience in metallurgical laboratory operations/testing.
• Forklift certification.
• First aid training.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day metallurgical testwork and sample management.
• Prepare samples: drying, weighing, crushing and grinding.
• Ensure on-time, high-quality project deliverables.
• Maintain QA/QC records and safety standards.

Skills

Metallurgical testing

Laboratory operations

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Education

Forklift certification

First aid training

Job description

SGS Australia is recruiting a Metallurgical Technician in Welshpool to perform day-to-day metallurgical testwork, sample management and lab preparation. You will ensure safety, quality, and efficiency while supporting senior technicians and delivering high-quality results.

The role requires 1–2 years in minerals processing or lab testing, forklift certification and first aid training. Flexible work and development opportunities are highlighted by SGS.