Microbiologist/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 seeking an experienced and dedicated Microbiologist to join our Environmental team under the Industry & Environment division. This role is responsible for managing and growing the microbiological section of the laboratory and ensure that tests are carried according to NATA's ISO17025 requirements and/or client specifications.

**Responsibilities will include, however are not limited to**:

- Manage the testing of swab and air samples for mould using microscopy.
- Manage and conduct analyses of soils, waters and air samples for microbiological contaminants.
- Support the hygiene section in a Lab technician capacity
- Undertake routine analysis preparation and analysis of environmental samples when and if required for Asbestos ID and fibre count.
- Understand and promote SGS' quality management system and ensure the laboratory QA/QC criteria
- Monitor and report on the progress of work performed.
- Ensure equipment and laboratory is kept clean to avoid contamination and protect the company's assets
- To assist with microbiological related projects nationally if required.

**Qualifications**:

- Experience in Stereo, PLM and/or PCM microscopy techniques and methods.
- BSc or postgraduate diploma of microbiology, or equivalent industry experience.
- Demonstrable commercial laboratory experience in environmental microbiology, phycology and/or mycology.
- Previous NATA signatory or delegated NATA signatory status
- Previous supervisory experience desirable.

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.

**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.