Sample Preparer

SGS is the world leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,700  laboratories and business facilities across 119 countries, supported by a team of 99,250 dedicated professionals. With 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, safety and compliance. 

Our brand promise  –when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and sustainability, enable businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightside, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasourse.

SGS is a publicly traded on the Swiss Exchange under the ticket symbol SGSN (ISINCH, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW)

Join a supportive and safety-focused team in a hands-on role that plays a key part in the laboratory process. We’re looking for someone who values accuracy, consistency, and working collaboratively in a dynamic environment. If this sound like you then come and join the team located near Perth Airport.

Responsibilities include, however, not limited to:

• Sort and organise samples in numerical order, ensuring all are accurately matched with the correct paperwork and clearly noting any missing or additional items.
• Load and unload samples onto drying racks while maintaining sequence integrity.
• Mill or crush samples and transfer sub-samples into appropriate packets, following quality control procedures to avoid contamination.
• Carry out preparation and weighing tasks in the fibrous sample preparation area, following established safety and operational protocols.

• A current driver’s licence is advantageous.
• Previous laboratory or sample preparation experience is beneficial.
• Ability to work effectively with general to minimal supervision.
• Able to follow both verbal and written instructions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and time management to meet key performance indicators.
• Physically fit due to required tasks and responsibilities.

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.