Onsite Laboratory Supervisor

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.

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 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.

Step into a leadership role where your impact matters We're looking for a driven On Site Supervisor to take charge at our coal testing laboratory in Meandu, QLD. This full-time opportunity is your chance to lead a high-performing team and shape industry standards. Ready to make a difference? Apply now

Your key responsibilities in this role will include but are not limited to:

• Understanding and ability to complete daily operational requirements including shift coverage as required
• Ensuring timely and accurate reporting of production and project sample collection and analysis
• Achieve effective communication with all internal and external customers – enhance coordination between own department and other departments by maintaining a good working liaison with relevant personnel
• Ensuring site policies and procedures are adhered to at all times
• Presents a united Leadership approach at all times and leads by example
• Implement effective document control within the department
• Conduct asset stocktakes and maintain the Asset Register and critical spares inventory.
• Provide an onsite laboratory service to the Mine that supports the CHPP Services Contract.

• Previous experience and leading in a team environment highly regarded
• Standard 11 highly regarded or ability to obtain
• S1,2&3 G2 highly regarded or ability to obtain
• Proficient in MS Office, including basic spread sheeting
• Mathematical/Analytical principles
• Knowledge of coal laboratory operations

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.