Company DescriptionWe are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 96,000 employees operate a network of 2,700 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Our Energy Minerals Division provides high-quality, independent coal analysis and services to many Australian and international coal companies. We have NATA accredited (ISO/IEC 17025) coal laboratories servicing all major coal ports in Australia and have significant involvement with the superintending of coal exported overseas, quality control at mine sites / power plants and borecore evaluation. Our tech services provide mechanical sampling design and commissioning for all bulk particulate materials.

Job DescriptionWe have opportunities to commence your laboratory career and offering a Full-Time permanent role As a Coal Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Accurately conducting physical collection of coal samples from various mechanical sampling systems along with physical sample collections from within a CHPP environment adhering to strict deadlines
• Accurately Receipting, recording, analysing, reporting, sorting and storing coal samples
• Operation of analytical and manual preparation equipment.
• Plan shift workflow and coordinate pick-ups and analysis.
• General repairs and maintenance of analytical and preparation equipment
• Fault-finding and diagnostics of equipment where required
• Compliance with analytical methods, procedures and SGS Quality Systems

QualificationsPrevious coal sampling and testing experience would be an advantage.

The successful candidate will also have:

• Coal Board Medical and S11 highly regarded
• Strong communication skills
• Proven record of the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Proven Record of the ability to meet tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail
• A flexible schedule to cover various shifts and rosters and overtime
• A valid driver’s licence and reliable transport are essential
• Please note that this role will involve manual handling and working in varying climate conditions at times

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 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.