Phycologist - Perth Airport, Australia - SGS

SGS

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Perth Airport, Australia

3 weeks ago

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Company Description

We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity.

Our 97,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description:

As a member of the laboratory team based in Pert Airport, you will assist the Operations Manager in maintaining SGS's analysis capability.

Responsiblities:

Undertake routine preparation and analysis of potable, fresh, estuarine and sea water for algal counts, species identification and biovolume calculation.
Analyse samples within their holding time and provide results by the due date.
Ensure equipment and laboratory is kept clean and maintained to avoid contamination and protect the company's assets.
Assist with data validation for technical reports
Carry out scheduled calibration and maintenance of instruments in accordance with the written procedures.
Understand and adhere to laboratory QA/QC criteria and NATA accreditation requirements.
Ensure that safety equipment and PPE is used correctly as required.
Report immediately on any unsafe work condition or equipment to the supervisor.
Perform other duties as directed by the Laboratory Manager/Microbiological & Hygiene Supervisor.

Qualifications:

Graduate degree in science, with a background in phycology, marine & freshwater aquatic ecology.
At least 3 years of industry experience.
Experience in laboratory environment preferred.
Experience with microscopes is required

Additional Information

WHY WORK FOR SGS?
Working at SGS means joining an innovative, global Company. Let's break down what that means for you.

As a Company, we have embraced the shift to
flexible work. We encourage our employees, wherever operationally possible, to work in arrangements that support a worklife balance.
We're a Company who believe our impact on society is important, so
Sustainability is embedded in our culture and the way we do business.

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Paid Parental leave scheme for 8 weeks for eligible employees.

We are driven to ensure we have a positive impact on our local communities through
paid employee volunteering days and regularly encouraging time off to donate blood.

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Health & Wellbeing is important to us, which is why we offer annual health club membership rebates and discounted private health insurance, as well as a supportive Employee Assistance Program.
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Ongoing learning & development is vital to the success of any Company. We believe in investing in our employees, so we offer education assistance programs and encourage the use of our online learning platform.
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Career Development Opportunities (nationally and Globally)

COME TO WORK AND BE 100% YOU

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.