Coal Technician

2 weeks ago

South Burnett Regional, Australia SGS Full time

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 more than 50 offices and laboratories and over 1,400 employees across the country. We are accredited by NATA and ISO 9001, ensuring our services meet both Australian and international standards.

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

Job Description

Kickstart your laboratory career with our casual Coal Technician opportunities. In this role, you'll play a key part in the accurate and timely preparation and analysis of coal and related samples, working to recognised international standards.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Accurately collecting coal samples from various mechanical sampling systems and within a CHPP environment, adhering to strict deadlines
  • Receipting, recording, analysing, reporting, sorting, and storing coal samples accurately
  • Operating analytical and manual preparation equipment
  • Planning shift workflows and coordinating sample pick-ups and analysis
  • Performing general repairs and maintenance of analytical and preparation equipment
  • Fault-finding and diagnostics of equipment as required
  • Ensuring compliance with analytical methods, procedures, and SGS Quality Systems
Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you will ideally have:

  • Experience in coal sampling, preparation, and testing (preferred but not essential)
  • Good computer skills, including Excel (CCLAS experience advantageous but not essential)
  • Previous experience in a mineral laboratory environment (preferred)
  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • A proven ability to meet tight deadlines in a high-pressure environment
  • Current Standard 11 (preferred but not essential)
  • The ability to successfully complete a pre-employment medical
Additional Information

Why work for SGS?

Joining SGS means being part of an innovative, global company. Benefits include:

  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Embedded sustainability culture
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid volunteering and blood donation days
  • Health and wellbeing programs
  • Ongoing learning and development
  • Career development opportunities nationally and globally
  • Access to SGS Rewards platform with retail and online discounts

We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community, and individuals with disabilities. We are committed to reconciliation and respectful acknowledgment of traditional custodians of the land.

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