Metallurgical Technician (Welshpool)

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

Job Description

Reporting to the Laboratory Supervisor, the Metallurgical Technician is responsible for undertaking day‑to‑day, client focused metallurgical testwork activities at Metallurgy Pty Ltd based in Welshpool.

This hands on position plays a key role in sample management, laboratory preparation, and routine testwork, while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency standards are consistently met.

Responsibilities include, however, are not limited to:

• Receive, prepare, and manage samples, including inventory preparation
• Conduct a range of metallurgical testwork activities, including:
  • Sample drying and weighing
  • Rotary and riffle splitting
  • Crushing and grinding
  • Routine comminution testing and grind establishments
• Ensure project deliverables are completed on time and to a high-quality standard
• Maintain accurate records and adhere to QA/QC procedures
• Work independently using initiative, while also supporting senior technicians and team members
• Maintain strong attention to detail and consistent work standard

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have:

• 1 – 2 year's experience in the minerals processing / production / laboratory testing industries.
• Knowledge and experience with various commodities and unit operations.
• Experience with some metallurgical laboratory operations and /or testing operations.
• A Forklift certification.
• First aid training.

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 cash

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.