Radiochemist

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 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

This position is directly responsible for the day-to-day operations of the radioanalytical services section, ensuring customer service expectations are met and the section operates to appropriate quality and safety standards. Additionally, this role oversees method development and validation activities to achieve required national accreditation.

Your key responsibilities in this role will include but are not limited to:

  • Operation and maintenance of radioanalytical preparation and counting laboratory facilities.
  • Preparation of environmental samples for radionuclide analysis.
  • Processing data, including radioactivity calculations following analysis, and prepare and issue reports.
  • Routine calibration and maintenance of radiation counting systems and associated analytical laboratory instrumentation.
  • Ensure all testing methodology and quality control procedures are performed according to NATA and ISO standards.
  • Ensure TATs are met and immediate actions are taken if potential delays are identified.
  • Ensure new methods and procedures are developed and validated.
  • Develop and implement training plans for staff in your section to ensure a competent cross trained workforce is maintained.
  • Be able to respond to technical queries from internal and external customers.
  • Be able to address all enquiries for radioanalysis including providing quotations. Able to determine appropriate analyses in consultation with the client based on their specific circumstances.
  • Perform other duties as requested.

The successful candidate will have:

  • A Science degree (preferably nuclear physics, radiochemistry or other related discipline), or previous experience working in a science discipline.
  • Demonstrable commercial environmental laboratory experience.
  • Previous NATA signatory or delegated NATA signatory status.
  • Previous supervisory experience (desirable).

WHY 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 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.

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.