Laboratory 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 1,600 employees across Australia. We are accredited by NATA and ISO 9001, ensuring our services meet both Australian and international standards.

Job Description

• Role based in Kalgoorlie, WA
• Permanent Full Time
• Remuneration: $95k - 100k per annum
• Roster: 4 days, 4 nights, 4 days off

We are seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician to join our team based in Kalgoorlie, supporting laboratory testing and analysis activities.

Responsibilities include, however, not limited to:

• Ensure a safe work environment exists for self and all staff. Assist in the daily management of the Laboratory and ensure timely and quality analysis of samples. Act as a relieve supervisor as and when required.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records pertaining to sample submission, sample preparation process and achieving sample turnaround time.
• Operating instruments in relevant department. ICP-MS/OES, MP-AES, AAS
• Maintaining of all areas of the laboratory including the following specific procedures.
• Fairly delegate tasks to the team of sample preparation and laboratory assistants daily
• Monitor and assist with productivity of the laboratory and ensure all samples are progressing through the laboratory in a timely manner
• Ensure that samples are organized and arrange for return of samples and waste materials to clients (if required) in a timely manner and following the correct procedures
• Ensure all new staff are trained and training documents available
• Ensure all staff are following Health and Safety procedures in all areas of the laboratory
• Coordinate with clients and keep them informed with sample progress
• Ensure all laboratory work areas are kept clean, functional and uncontaminated
• Ensure equipment is in working order
• Ensure all analysis is completed and work priorities are organized to meet client needs/contracts
• Maintain the Quality Management System and Laboratory Manuals
• Check results for quality and accuracy
• Schedule regular maintenance and do basic maintenance on equipment as and when required
• Perform general administrative support duties, as required
• At all times, comply with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct.

To be successful in this role you must have:

• Professional qualifications in chemistry or related discipline
• Experience in laboratory work, sample preparation and chemical knowledge
• Basic understanding of computer applications
• Understanding of acid extraction methods and recognition of sample types
• Understanding Analytical procedures
• Understanding of fire assay operation and laboratory techniques
• Demonstrated experience in administration
• Competent in using CCLAS LIMS
• Knowledge of Company Quality Systems
• Competent in ICP-MS/OES
• Competent in MP-AES
• Competent in AAS

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.