Fire Assayer

Perth Airport, WA, au on site Until 8/21/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted May 13, 2026 Last posted May 13, 2026
Job 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. 

SGS are seeking a Fire Assayer to join the team in Perth.

Duties include, however are not limited to:

  • Responsible for weighing, fluxing, firing, knocking up and cupellation of samples in correct numerical order.
  • These tasks to be carried out following established QC procedures and avoiding contamination.
  • Responsible for managing the recycling and disposal operations for pots, slag and cupels and other waste.
  • To make sure all relevant paperwork and electronic records are filled out correctly.
  • To perform other tasks as needed, including weighing samples and sample prep.
  • Must use appropriate personal protective equipment in the correct manner and work to minimise creation of lead dust.

To be successful you will have a: 

  • Driving licence
  • First aid certificate
  • Previous laboratory experience
  • Develop Self and Others
  • Collaborates Effectively
  • Delivers Superior Results
  • Forklift licence (desirable)

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 cash

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.

About this role

Summary

Perform fire assaying, manage samples, follow QC procedures, ensure safety, and maintain records.

Job title

Fire Assayer

Experience level

Industry

testing

Location requirements

Perth Airport, WA, Australia; on-site with some safety gear

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

driving licencefirst aidlaboratory experience

Preferred skills

forklift licence

Specializations

assayingsample preparationfluxingcupellationwaste management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Perth Airport WA 6105, Australia

On-site City