Laboratory Assistant (Shepparton, VIC)

Job Description

SGS is seeking a reliable and detail-focused Laboratory Assistant to join our Shepparton team on a full-time basis. This hands-on role will support testing, sample receipt and laboratory operations, helping ensure accurate results are delivered on time and in line with SGS quality and safety standards.

If you enjoy practical work, working as part of a supportive team and contributing to high-quality environmental testing services, this is a great opportunity to build your laboratory, quality and client-facing experience with a trusted global organisation.

What you will be doing

• Perform laboratory analysis in line with SGS methods, procedures and quality requirements.
• Support sample reception, bottle preparation, testing activities and general laboratory workflow.
• Carry out quality control checks, instrument calibrations and accurate record keeping.
• Assist with sample pick-ups and drop-offs for key clients when required.
• Represent SGS professionally on site and during client visits.
• Work collaboratively with the Shepparton team to ensure analysis and data are completed by required due dates.
• Contribute to a safe, organised and compliant workplace by following SGS quality, health, safety and environmental procedures

Qualifications

About You

• Previous experience in a laboratory environment is desirable, but not essential.
• You are organised, reliable and comfortable working as part of a team.
• You have good attention to detail and can record information clearly and accurately.
• You communicate well and take a proactive approach to supporting others.
• You can understand and follow technical procedures, safety requirements and quality processes.
• A valid Victorian full driver’s licence is required.

What We Offer

• Enjoy the stability of a full-time role while building hands-on laboratory experience with SGS.
• A supportive team culture where safety, quality and collaboration are valued.
• Exposure to a variety of testing, sample receipt and client support activities.

How to Apply
If you are looking for a hands-on laboratory role where you can contribute to a busy and supportive team, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in your laboratory career with SGS.

Additional Information

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.