Field Sampling Technician (QLD)

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 1,400 employees across Australia. We are accredited by NATA and ISO 9001, ensuring our services meet both Australian and international standards.
We are seeking a Field Sampling Technician to join our Environmental team based in Chinchilla, QLD.
In this hands-on role, you will carry out environmental and occupational hygiene sampling across gas, water, soil, air, and waste, while supporting the delivery and growth of our field services.
Working closely with the Australian Field Services Manager, you will assist in planning and executing field programs, ensuring all activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with company procedures.
This role will primarily involve travel within Queensland; however, candidates must be available for occasional interstate travel as required.
This role also requires the ability to drive a manual vehicle.
What you’ll be doing
Conduct environmental and occupational hygiene sampling across Australia in line with company procedures
Maintain and calibrate sampling equipment, ensuring servicing and documentation are up to date
Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients
Support quoting and project coordination for field programs
Prepare permit applications and HSE documentation for site access
Assist with client enquiries and technical requests
Review reports and results prior to release to clients
About you
Minimum 2 years’ experience in field sampling or a related role
Understanding of laboratory practices and sample handling
Current First Aid certificate
Unrestricted manual driver’s licence
Willingness to travel interstate when required
If you enjoy hands-on fieldwork and are looking to grow your career in environmental services, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team.
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
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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.
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