Field Water Quality Analyst

Company DescriptionSGS 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 1,400 employees across Australia. We are accredited by NATA and ISO 9001, ensuring our services meet both Australian and international standards.Job DescriptionLooking to begin your career in environmental science? Join SGS, a global leader in testing and certification, as a Field Water Quality Analyst. This role offers the chance to gain hands-on experience in water quality monitoring while working across the Pilbara region.With a FIFO 8/6 roster (Thursday–Thursday) to Newman and a 6-monthly attendance bonus, you’ll enjoy a balanced lifestyle while building a strong foundation in the field.What You’ll Be DoingCollecting water samples (potable, wastewater, sewage, soil, and hygiene) in line with Australian Standards and regulatory guidelines.Conducting field tests and immediately reporting any anomalies.Preparing and submitting daily field reports within 24 hours of sampling.Coordinating field consumables, sampling media, and equipment for each job.Completing Job Safety Analyses (JSA) and risk assessments as required.QualificationsWhat You’ll Need to SucceedDegree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field (desirable, not essential).Field experience in mining and/or sampling (desirable).Strong communication skills, ideally with client-facing experience.C-class manual driver’s license (essential).4WD training and Senior First Aid (desirable).Willingness to work FIFO on an 8/6 roster.This is an exciting opportunity to launch your career in environmental analysis while gaining experience in one of Australia’s most dynamic industries.Additional InformationWHY 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 cashbackCOME 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.