Laboratory Coal Technician

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📍 Paget, QLD, AustraliaCasual

About this role

Company Description

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.

Our Energy Minerals Division provides high-quality, independent coal analysis and services to many Australian and international coal companies.  We have NATA accredited (ISO/IEC 17025) coal laboratories servicing all major coal ports in Australia and have significant involvement with the superintending of coal exported overseas, quality control at mine sites / power plants and borecore evaluation.

Job Description

SGS is seeking hands-on and reliable Laboratory Casual Coal Technicians to join our Energy Minerals team in Paget, QLD. These casual roles will primarily support weekend work on Saturdays and Sundays with the opportunity for additional weekday shifts when required.

In this role, you will support the preparation, testing and analysis of coal and related samples, ensuring work is completed safely, accurately and in line with recognised standards. The position is ideal for someone seeking casual work with regular weekend availability, while also being open to intermittent weekday shifts.

About the roster: These casual positions will be predominantly used for Saturday and Sunday work, with weekday shifts offered intermittently when operational needs arise.

What you’ll be doing

  • Prepare, test and analyse coal and related samples accurately and on time.
  • Follow correct procedures for sampling, recording, preparation, storage and reporting.
  • Use basic CCLAS and computer systems to book in samples and record analysis.
  • Assist with preventative maintenance of preparation equipment.
  • Communicate clearly across shifts to support smooth workflow and handover.
  • Work safely, maintain a clean work area and follow SGS safety and quality procedures.
  • Support routine shipping and exploration project sampling, preparation and analysis.

Qualifications

About you

  • You are flexible and available to work shiftwork when required, with reasonable notice.
  • You have strong weekend availability, particularly Saturdays and Sundays.
  • Previous coal sampling, preparation or testing experience is preferred, but not essential.
  • Experience in a mineral laboratory, industrial, production or hands-on environment will be highly regarded.
  • Good computer skills, including Excel; CCLAS experience is advantageous.
  • You are reliable, safety-focused and comfortable working to tight deadlines.
  • You enjoy working in a team and can communicate effectively between shifts.

Why join SGS?

You’ll be joining a trusted global organisation with a strong focus on safety, quality and integrity. This casual role offers hands-on experience across coal sampling, preparation and analysis, with regular weekend work and the opportunity to support weekday coverage when required.

If you’re looking for a practical role where you can build your laboratory skills, work with a respected global company and contribute to accurate, reliable results, we’d love to hear from you.

Additional Information

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.

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Where is the Laboratory Coal Technician position at sgs located?
This Laboratory Coal Technician role at sgs is based in Paget, QLD, Australia. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Laboratory Coal Technician role at sgs full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Casual position. It is posted as a Laboratory Coal Technician role in the Laboratory & Testing department at sgs.
Which team or department does the Laboratory Coal Technician at sgs belong to?
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This Laboratory Coal Technician position at sgs was posted on Jul 28, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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