Metallurgical Technician

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

SGS is seeking a metallurgical technician to join the team in Welshpool.

Responsibilities include, however, are not limited to:

• Undertaking sample preparation tasks as directed - these will include, drying, weighing, rotary and / or riffle splitting, crushing using a range of crushing equipment items.
• Assist senior technicians to complete projects which require a higher level of skills and experience to those of the technician in this role.
• Ensure project deliverables are achieved and quality outputs are reached.
• Positively influence others to achieve results that are in the best interests of the Company.

The successful candidate will have:

• 1 – 2 years experience in the minerals processing / production / laboratory testing industries.
• Knowledge and experience with various commodities and unit operations.
• Experience with some metallurgical laboratory operations and /or testing operations.
• A Forklift certification.
• First aid training.

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 supports a diverse workforce, we encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. Providing employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is an important part of our SGS Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). We truly believe the diversity among us will continue to foster a strong, innovative, and forward-thinking workplace.

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.