Coal Technician

**Company Description**
We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

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

Searching for a Coal Technician to join our team on a Casual basis to ensure the correct and timely preparation and analysis of coal and other related samples in accordance with the appropriate international standards.
- Timely and quality sampling, preparation and analysis of samples.
- Ensure that correct procedures are utilised in all aspects of sampling, recording, preparation, analysis, storage and reporting.
- Assist with the preventative maintenance of all preparation and laboratory equipment.
- To ensure accuracy, precision and traceability of prepared samples.
- Assist with the calibration of all preparation and laboratory equipment.
- Follow routine and non-routine sampling instructions from the Supervisor.
- The ability to use basic CCLAS to carry out the booking in of samples and analysis.

**Qualifications**
- Previous experience in general mineral laboratory environment (preferred).
- Previous coal sampling and testing experience would be an advantage.
- Good computer skills i.e. Excel beneficial (CCLAS preferred, but not essential)
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to work shift and rosters and meet tight deadlines.

**Additional Information**

**WHY WORK FOR SGS?**

Working at SGS means joining an innovative, Global company. Here are some of the benefits to working for SGS.
- As a company, we have embraced the shift to flexible work
- Sustainability is embedded in our culture and the way we do business
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time for volunteering day and blood donations
- Corporate health & wellbeing offers
- Ongoing learning & development
- Career development opportunities (Nationally and Globally)
- SGS Rewards: Our employee benefits platform with access to retail and online discounts and cashback

**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.