Description

We are seeking a full-time Field and Laboratory Technician to join our team, splitting time between fieldwork in Newman and lab work at Perth Airport. This role involves organizing and executing essential field operations in the Pilbara region and surrounding areas. If you’re ready for a dynamic role with diverse environments, apply today!

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Field

• Collect samples like Potable Water, Wastewater, Sewage Water, Soil and Hygiene samples.
• Prepare daily field reports.
• Maintenance of all sampling and field equipment.
• Perform all required QC checks and collect required QC samples as requested.
• Build and maintain good working relationships with all clients.
• Arrange all field consumables, sampling media and equipment as required for each job.
• Prepare Job Safety Analysis and risk assessments as required for each allocated job.

Laboratory

• Undertake routine preparations and analysis of soil and water samples.
• Carry out scheduled instrument calibration and maintenance in accordance with written procedures.
• Understand and adapt general laboratory QA/QC criteria and NATA accreditation requirements.
• Ensure that safety and personal protective equipment (PPE) is used correctly and when necessary.

Qualifications

As the successful candidate, you will bring:

• A degree qualification in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Proven technical skills in the mining sector, with experience as a Field Sampling Technician.
• Experience in customer service and client communication
• A C-class manual driver's license
• 4WD training
• Senior First Aid certification

Additional Info

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 cashback

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.

Company Description

SGS Australia is a leading provider of Testing, Inspection, and Certification services, supporting multiple industries across the country with trusted expertise and technical excellence. Backed by SGS’s global legacy of over 140 years, we operate one of the largest networks of accredited laboratories and field facilities in Australia, with a network of more than 50 offices and laboratories and over 1,400 employees across Australia. We are accredited by NATA and ISO 9001, ensuring our services meet both Australian and international standards.