Scientific Officer

PTG Group; Tamworth; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

GSG Laboratories in Tamworth is seeking a Scientific Officer to join our Tamworth Laboratory. You will undertake laboratory testing of soil, water, plant and grain samples using Australian Standards and maintain calibration of key equipment.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s, Diploma or Certificate IV in science or related discipline, strong MS Office skills, and be able to travel and work flexible hours, with good communication and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, Diploma or Certificate IV in science or a related discipline.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and unsupervised when required.

Responsibilities

• Undertake laboratory testing analysing soil, water, plant and grain samples across a broad range of methods.
• Operate, maintain and calibrate equipment (ICP-OES, LECO and Discrete Analyser) and use wet chemistry techniques.
• Complete laboratory testing at the required production level.
• Prepare worksheets checking measurements and calculations of test results of other technicians.
• Preparation and maintenance of chemicals and reagents.
• Undertake training in test methods.
• Follow procedures directed by the Laboratory Manager.
• Liaise with internal staff and clients.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Diploma

Certificate IV

Tools

ICP-OES

LECO

Discrete Analyser

Job description

GSG Laboratories is an Australian owned and operated provider of construction materials, environmental and agricultural testing and drilling services, operating through a network of NATA-accredited base laboratories across Queensland and New South Wales.

We deliver high-quality testing to projects in every sector of construction and agriculture, from residential and commercial developments to transport infrastructure, renewables, mining, oil and gas, and rural work. Alongside our base laboratories, we provide branch and annex (onsite) laboratory services Australia wide, and our regional footprint means we can mobilise staff and resources quickly.

Our technicians, scientists and drillers bring decades of in-depth experience to projects of every size, backed by an administration team that keeps results accurate and on time.

That expertise has deep roots in regional Queensland, tracing back to Wide Bay Geotechnical Services, established in 1986. Following the acquisition of East West Enviroag, the businesses unified as GSG Laboratories in October 2024, and our recent acquisition by Protest CMT marks the next stage in that growth.

When you join our team, you'll be part of our bigger picture, shaping communities through inspiration and innovation. We want you to be a part of our vision... to lead and grow through action, innovation, and excellence alongside our clients, communities, and people.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Scientific Officer at our Tamworth Laboratory, we will require you to:

Undertake laboratory testing analysing soil, water, plant and grain samples across a broad range of methods, including but not limited to Australian Standards

Undertake operation, maintenance and calibration of equipment (ICP-OES, LECO and Discrete Analyser) and use wet chemistry techniques

Complete laboratory testing at the required production level

Prepare worksheets checking measurements and calculations of test results of other technicians

Preparation and maintenance of chemicals and reagents

Undertake training in test methods

Follow procedures directed by the Laboratory Manager

Liaise with internal staff and clients

About You:

You will be self-motivated, a fast learner and bring a positive attitude to the team. We are ideally looking for technicians or trainees who possess:

Good knowledge of Microsoft office Suite (Outlook, Word and Excel)

The ability to work flexible hours and travel for work when required

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

The ability to work under pressure, show initiative, prioritise and schedule work

The ability to be a team player and work unsupervised

Qualifications

Have completed or are working towards completing a Bachelor’s Degree, Diploma or Certificate IV in science, agricultural science, soil science, geology, hydrogeology, environmental science or a related discipline.