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SGS Australiais a leading provider of Testing, Inspection, and Certification services, supporting multiple industries across the country with trusted expertise and technical excellence. Backed by SGSs global legacy ofover 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 1,400 employees across Australia.We are accredited byNATA and ISO 9001, ensuring our services meet both Australian and international standards.Job DescriptionJoin our Kalgoorlie team as an Assistant Geotechnician, where you will perform testing of construction materials through destructive and non-destructive testing techniques, while providing a safe, efficient and high quality testing service to our clients.Your day-today responsibilities will include:Assisting with the initial preparation of samples for testingPerforming routine testing including compactions, moisture content, plasticity index, particle size distribution, field nuclear densometer readings, and concrete and aggregate testingCollecting, logging and initial preparation of samplesWeighing, sieving, compacting and wetting samples and recording basic dataPerforming routine calibration and setup of equipmentCarrying out routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and working areasEnsuring safe working practices are followed at all timesCorrelating test data for evaluation by a higher classified personPreparing basic reportsContributing to team discussions on continuous improvement and laboratory efficiencyComplying with the SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct at all timesQualificationsCertificate III in Laboratory Techniques (desirable)Previous experience working within a laboratory environment (desirable)Good communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to follow both written and verbal instructions Good grasp of numbering and ordering Ability to retain information and work under limited supervision A commitment to safe work practices and team collaborationAdditional InformationCOME TO WORK AND BE 100% YOUSGS 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.Job Location #J-18808-Ljbffr