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Field Technician (Shepparton,VIC)

CompanySGS
LocationShepparton
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 28, 2026
About The Company
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource. Community Guidelines SGS encourages all fans of this page to participate in conversations through questions and comments. Any comments arising from persons sharing or reproducing any communications published by SGS is not controlled or endorsed by SGS. We want to promote an informative and enjoyable environment within this community. We therefore ask that you post content that is both relevant and respectful and you follow LinkedIn's Professional Community Guidelines. Posts will be removed if they are: - Offensive, defamatory, discriminatory or obscene - Fraudulent, deceptive or misleading - In violation of any intellectual property rights - In violation of any law or regulation - Abusive, harassing, stalking or attacking others - Trolling or deliberate disruption of discussion - Commercial solicitations or personal promotion - Spam or link baiting Intellectual Property Statement Except where expressly stated otherwise, all intellectual property rights, including copyright and trademarks, in any and all communications and materials in any form published by or on behalf of SGS are owned by © SGS Société Générale de Surveillance SA (2025).
About the Role

Company Description

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.

Job Description

Take your interest in environmental science beyond the desk.

Join SGS in Shepparton in a hands-on role combining environmental field sampling, laboratory testing and client contact. If you enjoy practical work, variety and getting the details right, this is an opportunity to put your technical skills to work across field and laboratory environments.

About the role

Reporting to the Laboratory Manager in Shepparton, you’ll collect and analyse environmental samples, maintain field equipment and help deliver accurate, timely results for our clients. You’ll represent SGS during site visits and work closely with the team to meet quality, safety and reporting requirements.

What you’ll be doing

  • Carry out environmental sampling, testing and analysis in line with relevant standards and client requirements.
  • Visit client sites and provide sample collection and delivery services.
  • Prepare sample bottles and support sample receipt activities.
  • Check and calibrate field instruments to help ensure reliable results.
  • Keep clear, accurate records and prepare and issue analytical reports on time.
  • Support risk assessments, internal audits and compliance with SGS quality and safety procedures.
  • Build positive client relationships, attend client meetings and identify opportunities to support their needs through SGS services.

Qualifications

About you

  • Competency in water sampling requirements and procedures, including environmental measurement and testing techniques, and an understanding of water quality standards and compliance requirements.
  • A current, full Victorian driver’s licence.
  • Experience collecting and reporting field data, with clear communication skills and the ability to understand and discuss technical issues.
  • An organised approach, attention to detail and a strong focus on customer service.
  • Ability to safely undertake field sampling at client sites, with reasonable adjustments where required.
  • A collaborative approach and the ability to follow documented operational and safety procedures.
  • Previous laboratory or field sampling experience is desirable.
  • Qualifications in environmental science or microbiology, along with any other certifications or licences required for the role (Preferred, but not essential)

Ready to put your skills into practice?

If you’re looking for a practical role that brings together environmental sampling, laboratory work and client service, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join SGS in Shepparton.

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.

Key Skills
Environmental samplingLaboratory testingWater quality standardsField equipment maintenanceData reportingRisk assessmentComplianceClient relationship managementInstrument calibrationTechnical reportingSafety proceduresWater sampling
Categories
Science & ResearchEnvironmental & SustainabilityEngineeringCustomer Service & Support
Benefits
Flexible workPaid parental leavePaid volunteering dayPaid blood donationsCorporate health and wellbeing offersOngoing learning and developmentCareer development opportunitiesEmployee benefits platform
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
You will collect and analyze environmental samples while maintaining field equipment to ensure accurate and timely results for clients. Additionally, you will represent the company during site visits and support compliance with safety and quality procedures.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
75337
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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