Coal Quality Tester | PTL Prep | Mackay

About ALS Coal
With more than 70 years of coal quality assessment experience, ALS is synonymous with industry excellence. ALS has the resources, expertise, equipment, laboratory capacity, and the skill to deliver the quality and turnaround required for any proposed program. ALS provides the solutions required to maximise the inherent value of coal products.

ALS assesses and ranks coal product physical handling, blend propensity, and every element of performance and behaviour to provide an accurate picture of product marketability and value-in-use.

About the Position
An excellent opportunity has become available for Casual Coal Quality Testers to work in the Physical Testing Laboratory at our Mackay site. We are looking for suitably qualified PTL technicians and in-experienced members wanting a career change into laboratory work.

Position Synopsis
Reporting to the PTL Supervisors, the position requirements include but are not limited to:
Ensuring that all work is carried out in a safe & efficient manner and to agreed standard operating instructions.
Ensuring that all work complies with National & International standards.
Checking & validating all results to ensure that they are within repeatability tolerances.
Enter validated results into the reporting system.
Maintain the laboratory and its equipment according to company standards.
Make recommendations on ways of improving the efficiency & accuracy of sample analysis.
A range of analytical tests including Sapozhnikov, Hard Grove Index, Dilatation, Total Moisture, G Index, and Gieseler Fluidity testing.
A range of physical tests including sample preparation, crushing, dividing and sample storage.
Requirements
Full training will be provided to successful candidates. However, to be considered for this position, you will have:
A strong focus on safety, quality and teamwork.
Strong numeracy and literacy skills.
Prior experience in a coal testing environment is desirable, but not necessary.
Good grasp of computers/technology including spreadsheets.
Comfortable with manual handling duties.
Ability to work to a flexible roster.
Valid Driver’s License.
Competent within a strong safety culture.
As part of the selection process, a pre-employment medical exam is required; including a drug and ******* assessment.
We are an equal opportunity employer.