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 enthusiastic casual staff to be trained as an Assistant Geotechnicians to conduct destructive and non-destructive testing of construction materials, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality service for our clients.

This is a casual role, and applicants must be based in Kalgoorlie.

 Responsibilities are included but not limited to:

• Assist with the initial preparation of samples for testing.
• Perform routine testing.
• Collect and log samples.
• Perform routine calibration and setup of equipment.
• Carry out routine maintenance of equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and working areas.
• Ensure safe working practices are followed.
• Correlate test data for evaluation by a higher classified person.
• Prepare data to be reported by senior staff.
• Contribute to team discussions in relation to the continuous improvement and efficiency of the laboratory.
• Perform other duties as required in the laboratory.

To be successful for this role you will have:

• WA C Class Drivers Licence
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to perform physically demanding tasks as well as computer based work
• Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions
• Good grasp of numbering and ordering
• Applicants must be based in Kalgoorlie. 

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.