Laboratory 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 around the world.

Job Description

SGS is seeking a full time laboratory technician to join our laboratory in West Wyalong.

Your key responsibilities in this role include, however not limited to:

• Understanding of the processes in the preparation and analysis of samples by AAS and MP. Full training is provided
• Day to day upkeep of analytical and sample preparation equipment. 
• Delivery of quality samples to both internal and external customers. 
• Understanding of assay methods and recognition of sample types. 
• All functions to be performed in correct numerical order, while adopting QC requirements and avoiding potential contamination. 
• Expected to completed QC and process paperwork adequately. 
• Use of company vehicles only with permission / authorisation and must have supplied a copy of a current drivers licence (age above 25 years).  

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Previous laboratory experience (preferred) 
• Current First Aid Certificate (desirable) 
• Current drivers licence
• Organisation and efficiency

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 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.