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.
In Australia, our Energy Minerals business is a leading provider of coal testing, analysis and expert advice and we are currently looking for Coal Technicians to join our operations. We are seeking candidates who are looking for an exciting career change to work with a Global leader for quality and integrity role.
Job DescriptionJoin our dynamic team as a Casual Coal Sampler, based in Mayfield, NSW, where you'll be part of a fast-paced and supportive work environment.
In this role, your responsibilities will include the timely and quality sampling, preparation, and basic analysis of samples for both internal and external customers. You'll also contribute to achieving our mission and objectives in the areas of sample preparation, analysis, and storage.
Flexibility is essential, as you may be required to complete day, afternoon and/or night shifts on weekdays or weekends. Please note that the role involves regular manual handling of samples weighing 15 kg or more throughout the shift.
Working as part of a fast-paced, team, you will be responsible for:
- Accurately conducting physical coal testing and analysis of routine samples, including crushing, weighing, drying, milling and sieving.
- Collection of samples from client site.
- Recording, sorting and storing coal samples as required.
- On-the-job training to meet compliance with analytical methods, procedures and SGS Quality Systems & onsite HSE Standards.
- Day to day upkeep of equipment.
- Delivery of samples to both internal and external customers
Previous coal sampling and testing experience would be an advantage.
The successful candidate will also have:
- Strong communication skills.
- The ability to work in a team environment and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
- A flexible schedule to cover various shifts and rosters.
- The ability to keep pace with significant manual handling and labor throughout the shift.
- A can do attitude to strive for better and be part of a dynamic team.
- Forklift license and high-risk work ticket are desirable.
If you’re seeking a flexible casual opportunity and enjoy hands-on technical work, we encourage you to apply Now.
Additional InformationCOME 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.
