Coal Technologist/Geologist

About Bureau Veritas :

Bureau Veritas is a global leader in Testing, Inspection, and Certification services. Founded in 1828, the group has over 82,000 employees across 1,400 sites in 140 countries. In the Pacific Region, Bureau Veritas Minerals is renowned for its capabilities in Geo-analytical Testing, Mineral Processing, Mineralogy, and Metals & Minerals Trade. We are committed to providing an inclusive, fair, and respectful work environment.

The role :

We are seeking a Coal Technologist and Geologist to join our team in Mackay. You will perform geological, metallurgical, and chemical activities within the coal industry, including coal wash plant sampling, production, plant audits, exploration, laboratory sample processing, and plant test work under the supervision of the Manager.

Your responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Providing technical and geological governance to ensure best practices across geological, metallurgical, and chemical activities related to coal wash plant sampling, onsite laboratory tasks, production work, and borecore testing facilities.
• Offering technical support to the broader coal group across shipping, production, and wash plant activities, including analyzing samples to determine their composition, structure, and properties.
• Participating in Coal Handling Preparation Plant (CHPP) systematic audits and assisting with coal mine wash plant audits with sample processing.
• Carrying out geological and metallurgical processing activities such as coal beneficiation to remove rocks, dirt, ash, sulphur, and other contaminants to produce high-quality coal.
• Ensuring laboratory testing tasks are clearly understood to guarantee accurate results.
• Working efficiently to meet client turnaround times.
• Planning and scheduling test work within the guidelines set by the Business or Project Manager.
• Undertaking laboratory analysis on production, exploration, and train samples.
• Processing coal exploration samples, including geochemical work such as flotation and density separation, as required.

This role is suitable for candidates wishing to pursue a career in the industry.

Requirements :

To succeed in this role, you should have :

• Experience working on a mine site in an on-site laboratory environment.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in coal sampling, sample preparation, and testing.
• Experience in Coal Handling and Preparation Plant (CHPP) circuits sampling, audits, and processing.
• Experience in coal exploration programs, including flotation and density separation.
• Experience in coal training sampling, preparation, and analysis.
• Experience with Cole Oven Testing.
• The ability to work under pressure.
• High motivation and proven organizational skills.
• A professional attitude.

Safety is a priority. Ongoing drug and alcohol testing and the ability to meet site inductions are required for on-site work.

The benefits :

We offer a competitive salary of $90,000, along with opportunities for career advancement within a leading global organization, including :

• Training and development programs.
• Discounted health and wellbeing platform.
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Program supported by Lifeworks.
• Discounted health insurance with Bupa.
• Access to Cliqit, an employee retail discounts portal.
• Superannuation salary sacrifice options.

This role offers more than just building a resume — it's a chance to make an impact. Join us to develop your career, gain recognition, and contribute to a global mission of enhancing standards with integrity. Work within a supportive, close-knit team, learn new skills, and explore broader opportunities within the Bureau Veritas network.

Apply now to join Bureau Veritas and help create a brighter future for the next generations and a safer society for all.

Bureau Veritas is committed to an inclusive, fair, and respectful work environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and encourage applications from women and Indigenous people.