Laboratory Technician

Company Description

We 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.

**Job Description**:
SGS is looking for a Laboratory Technician in Alexandria, NSW to perform routine preparation and analysis of soil, water and air in the Metals section.

Some other responsibilities will be as follow but not limited to:

- Undertake routine sample preparations for soil, water and air analyses which will include handling of acids and other reagents.
- Ensure work is carried out in a timely manner paying attention to the due date.
- Compliance with analytical methods and quality MS.
- Preparation of standards and reagents
- Analysis and recording of data/results.
- Assist chemists and supervisors in various tasks including loading of instruments, waste disposal etc.

**Qualifications**:

- Certificate IV (TAFE) or equivalent
- One to two years of laboratory experience or similar
- Current Drivers License
- Methodical, enjoys routine
- Able to follow instructions and methods/standards

Additional Information

**WHY WORK FOR SGS?**
Working at SGS means joining an innovative, global Company. Let’s break down what that means for you.
- As a Company, we have embraced the shift to **flexible work**. We encourage our employees, wherever operationally possible, to work in arrangements that support a work-life balance.
- We’re a Company who believe our impact on society is important, so **Sustainability is embedded in our culture **and the way we do business.
- ** Paid Parental leave **scheme for 8 weeks for eligible employees.
- We are driven to ensure we have a positive impact on our local communities through **paid employee volunteering days** and regularly encouraging time off to donate blood.
- ** Health & Wellbeing** is important to us, which is why we offer annual health club membership rebates and discounted private health insurance, as well as a supportive Employee Assistance Program.
- ** Ongoing learning & development** is vital to the success of any Company. We believe in investing in our employees, so we offer education assistance programs and encourage the use of our online learning platform.
- ** Career Development Opportunities **(nationally and Globally)

**COME TO WORK AND BE 100% YOU**

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.