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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 1,600 employees across Australia. We are accredited by NATA and ISO 9001, ensuring our services meet both Australian and international standards.\n Are you an experienced Chemist with a passion for analytical testing and laboratory excellence? Join SGS and play a key role in supporting a major industrial operation through high-quality laboratory analysis, process monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.\nBased at a client site in Darwin, this hands-on role offers the opportunity to work with advanced analytical instrumentation while contributing to the safe and efficient operation of a high-performing laboratory environment.\nAs a Chemist, you will be responsible for carrying out a range of analytical testing activities with minimal supervision while ensuring accurate, timely, and reliable results. You will support laboratory operations, maintain analytical equipment, contribute to method development, and work closely with site stakeholders to support production and quality objectives.\nResponsibilities include, however are not limited to:\nConduct analytical testing on process, environmental, and utility samples\nOperate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory instrumentation\nManage laboratory records, calibration data, and test results within the LIMS system\nGenerate reports and trend analyses using LIMS and Microsoft Office applications\nSafely collect and handle samples from process systems, including hydrocarbon gas and liquid streams\nPerform custody transfer analysis of LNG products with a high level of accuracy\nAct as a technical resource for sampling investigations and LNG-related laboratory systems\nContribute to KPI reporting, laboratory performance monitoring, and contract deliverables\nEssential Technical Skills\nExperience operating and maintaining analytical instrumentation, such as:\nChromatography \nTitrations\nUV/Visible Spectrophotometry\nICP (Inductively Coupled Plasma)\n To be successful in this role, you will have:\nA tertiary qualification in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline\nProven laboratory experience. \nUnderstanding of laboratory quality systems and analytical methodologies\nProblem-solving and troubleshooting skills\nAttention to detail and commitment to data accuracy\nStrong computer literacy, including Microsoft Office applications and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)\n WHY WORK FOR SGS?\nWorking at SGS means joining an innovative, Global company. 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