Laboratory Technician

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. 

SGS is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join the team in Kalgoorlie under the Geochemistry laboratory. Our culture is a focused and supportive one, and we are genuinely committed to making it a great place to work for all employees. Good literacy, team playing, attention to detail and initiative are required. This is not a FIFO position.

• Based in Kalgoorlie, WA
• Roster 8 on/4 off - 10 hrs shift (day & night)
• Permanent Full-Time
• Salary $90k - $94k

Responsibilities will include, however are 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

As the successful candidate you will have:

• Professional qualifications in chemistry or a related discipline or equivalent demonstrable experience
• 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