Petrology Analyst

SLR Consulting is an international environmental consultancy with a globally recognised reputation for providing high quality tailored services. With offices throughout the Asia Pacific, Europe, North, Central and South America and Africa regions, we are one of a very small number of leading international specialist environmental consultancies.

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Groundwork - Part of SLR, for a Petrologist to join the Laboratory team, based in our Brendale location.

We are seeking a highly skilled Petrology Analyst to provide clients and Groundwork personnel with high quality professional services and advice in relation to petrographic analysis of construction material samples.

• Manage projects and client expectations, including petrographic sample analysis and reporting to ASTM C295, and AS1726.
• Review and sign off of petrographic analysis reports prior to client issue.
• Liaise with clients to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Meet project deadlines and carry out other duties as may be required from time to time to meet the changing business needs of the organisation.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geology, Petrology, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of rock and mineral analysis techniques and methods.
• Ability to interpret and analyze complex data and results.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

We offer a range of benefits to support your career development and well-being, including:

• Extra paid purchased leave up to 10 days per year.
• Inclusive parental leave policy with 14 weeks primary carer and 6 weeks secondary carer leave.
• Learning and development opportunities, including a mapped career progression path and study assistance.
• Global and regional mobility and recruitment referral bonus.
• Access to The Hive – an SLR platform of employee benefits, discounts, rewards, recognition, and wellbeing.

Salary: $80,000 - $110,000 per annum depending on experience.