Overview

SGS 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 1,600 employees across Australia. We are accredited by NATA and ISO 9001, ensuring our services meet both Australian and international standards.

In Australia, our Energy Minerals business is a leading provider of coal testing, analysis and expert advice. Due to rapid growth, we currently have a Reporting role available in Newcastle.

Position

- Role: Reporting Assistant
- Type: Permanent
- Location: Newcastle
- Hours: 5 am to 6 pm, including weekends

Job Description

In this role, you will be responsible for collating, reviewing and preparing technical data from laboratory testing and sample analysis activities. Your attention to detail will ensure reports are accurate, compliant and delivered within agreed timeframes.

This is a great opportunity for someone with coal laboratory experience who enjoys working with data, quality processes and delivering reliable outcomes for customers. Flexibility is critical, working as part of a quick‑paced team.

Key Responsibilities

- Ensure reporting of results to customers is accurate and on time
- Maintain harmonious relationships with clients and within the operation centre
- Maintain customer database
- Generate, coordinate and distribute project documentation as required
- Assist with ad hoc projects and production
- Data interpretation and data entry
- Sample dispatch & receipt
- Be compliant to all SGS QHSE and HR policies and procedures
- At all times,



comply with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct

Qualifications and Experience

Previous coal sampling and testing experience would be an advantage. The successful candidate will also have:

- Two years coal experience preferably within a laboratory environment
- Database experience
- Ability to meet KPIs
- Computer skills in Word, Excel and CCLAS essential
- Excellent time management skills to handle tight, fast‑paced and pressured deadlines
- Dealing with problems and pressures from customer demand in a timely manner
- Excellent project management skills are essential

Equal Opportunity Employer

SGS Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits

- Flexible work arrangements
- Embedding sustainability in culture and 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: employee benefits platform with retail and online discounts and cashback

Diversity and Inclusion

SGS Australia supports a diverse workforce, encouraging 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 diversity enables us 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.

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