Laboratory Technician - Newcastle

About Bureau Veritas:

Created in 1828, Bureau Veritas is a world leader in laboratory testing, inspection and certification services.

We have a vital role in maintaining quality, safety and environmental standards of countless products, commodities, systems, buildings, infrastructure, and projects.

In every industry sector we play, Bureau Veritas acts as a trusted guardian of the quality, safety and environmental standards which protect our population and safeguard our communities.

For over 70 years, Bureau Veritas has been serving the Pacific, including Australia and New Zealand. Today, our business 2,800+ employees and operates 50 offices and labs across the Pacific.

Fuels

Bureau Veritas provides high quality data to accurately assess the quantity and quality of a wide range of commodities as they move through global supply chains​

Providing inspections and laboratory testing services ​for all Oil & Petrochemicals as well as coal.

The Opportunity

We are seeking casual Laboratory Technicians to join our team at our Newcastle site. The focus of this role will be performing manual handling tasks to prepare large physical coal samples for testing. You will also be involved in the simulation of coal production processes in order to test the properties of coal samples. 

About You

To be successful in this role you will need to possess the following:

• Physically fit and capable of performing manual handling tasks


• Certificate III or IV in Laboratory skills (Preferred but not required)


• Previous laboratory or sample preparation experience in any field would be well regarded but is not essential


• A methodical and well organised approach to your work.


• Ability to pass an Order 43 Medical


• Valid NSW driver’s license


• Must be reliable and with good communication skills

Safety is an absolute. Ongoing Drug & Alcohol testing and the ability to meet site inductions will be a requirement of working on site.

Must live locally in the Newcastle region. NO FIFO.

How we care

We offer a competitive salary and an opportunity to advance your career in a leading global organisation, as well as: 

• Fantastic Training and Development opportunities

• Discounted Health & Wellbeing Platform

• Free access to our Employee Assistance Program supported by Lifework's

• Discounted Health Insurance with Bupa

• Access to Cliqit, an employee retail discounts portal

• Superannuation Salary Sacrifice

A rewarding career

This role offers more than building a resume—it's a chance to leave your mark. We offer you the opportunity to build your career and give you the recognition you deserve. Make an impact doing work you can be proud of at Bureau Veritas. Contribute to a global mission to enhance standards with integrity, and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all. The opportunity to work within a supportive close-knit team, learn new skills and gain training which could lead to the broader Bureau Veritas network for future career development.

Apply now to join Bureau Veritas and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all.  

Bureau Veritas is an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles at Bureau Veritas, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Veterans (Defence experience is desirable) and people of all backgrounds. If you have any support or access requirements, we will partner with you and assist you through our recruitment process.