Laboratory Assistant

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Assistant to join our Perth team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, thrives in a fast-paced laboratory environment and takes pride in maintaining quality, safety and accuracy in everything they do.

Responsibilities include however, not limited to:

• Perform wet chemistry analysis of geochemical samples in accordance with established procedures
• Ensure the quality and integrity of samples throughout all stages of preparation and analysis
• Meet daily production targets while maintaining high standards of accuracy
• Carry out all laboratory functions in the correct numerical order as per standard operating procedures
• Follow strict quality control (QC) requirements and implement practices to avoid contamination
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly and consistently
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work environment

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• Certificate III in Laboratory Skills (preferred, but not essential)
• Previous laboratory experience (highly regarded but not required)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately
• Ability to work efficiently in a team environment and meet deadlines
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards
• Good communication and organisational skills

Why join us?

• Gain valuable hands-on experience in a professional laboratory environment
• Be part of a supportive team that values safety, quality and continuous improvement
• Develop your technical skills with exposure to geochemical sample preparation and analysis processes

Additional Information

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.