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At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. 
 
 
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 opportunity exists for a Coal Quality Tester to work on a full-time basis at our Laboratory Site in Gladstone and work locally.  If you have a drive to produce quality results and a strong team spirit, we would like to hear from you. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be involved in aspects of Quality, Turnaround Time, Client Service and Productivity.

These roles will include duties within the Physical Testing and Analytical Laboratory and potentially sampling at the port sites.  If you have a drive to produce quality results and a strong team spirit, we would like to hear from you.


The Coal Quality Tester position is an entry-level, position with the prospect of a long-term role for the right person. 
 
Day to Day 

Full training will be provided to the successful candidates.  However, to be considered for this position you will have:

• Collection and Sample receipt of Coal samples 
• Performing a range of preparation and analytical tests  
• Manual handling of buckets and drums  
• Sample Preparation  
• Data Entry  
• Checking and validating all results  
• Maintaining laboratory equipment:  
• Driving vehicle to collect and deliver samples  
• Working at the Port occasionally 

  
Skills and Attributes 

• A strong focus on safety, quality and teamwork 
• Attention to detail 
• Ability to multi-task 
• Good Organisation and Communication Skills 
• Reliable and Trustworthy 
• Good attitude and eager to learn 
• Previous industry experience would be advantageous
• Valid Manual Drivers’ License 
• Ability to work rotating shifts, day and afternoons.  

  
Benefits & Culture 
 
At ALS we believe that the people we employ are what makes ALS the great company it is today. We offer many benefits to staff, including but not limited to: 
 

• Health fund discounts 
• Opportunity to salary sacrifice car costs. 
• Corporate superannuation benefits 
• Opportunities to progress and develop your career within ALS including global opportunities for suitable candidates. 

  
  
Eligibility 
 
To be eligible for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or be able to obtain an appropriate valid visa to live and work in Australia 
  
As part of the selection process, a pre-employment medical exam is required, including a drug and alcohol assessment. 

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