Precious Metals Field Inspector: Traceability & Compliance

ALS; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ALS is seeking a detail-focused Field Inspector to oversee the receipt, refining, melting, weighing, sampling and shipment of precious metals across client sites and warehouses.

You will work with field teams, laboratory staff and clients to ensure materials are handled securely, accurately and in compliance with quality, EHS and client requirements, maintaining records and supporting traceability.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive with sound judgement and problem-solving abilities.
• Professional, customer-focused manner.

Responsibilities

• Supervise receipt, unloading and inspection of precious metals.
• Verify packaging, seals, markings, condition and documentation.
• Record weights using calibrated scales and report discrepancies.
• Oversee sampling, labelling and chain of custody.
• Monitor refining and melting activities against standards.
• Witness secure packing, labelling and shipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Independent and team work

Proactive problem-solving

Professional, customer-focused

Weighing systems & sampling

WH&S, SDS, ISO 9001 knowledge

MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Valid driver’s licence (manual)

Shift, weekend, holiday flexibility

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

ALS is seeking a detail-focused Field Inspector to oversee the receipt, refining, melting, weighing, sampling and shipment of precious metals across client sites and warehouses.

You will work with field teams, laboratory staff and clients to ensure materials are handled securely, accurately and in compliance with quality, EHS and client requirements, maintaining records and supporting traceability.