Coal Technologist/Geologist

About Bureau Veritas:

Bureau Veritas is a global leader in Testing, Inspection and Certification services. Founded in 1828, the group has in excess of 82,000 employees in 1,400 sites located in 140 countries. In the Pacific Region, Bureau Veritas Minerals are renowned for the quality and breadth of our capabilities across Geo-analytical Testing, Mineral Processing, Mineralogy and Metals & Minerals Trade. Bureau Veritas are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect.

The role:

We are seeking Coal Technologist and Geologist to join our team in Mackay. You will carry out geological / metallurgical and chemical activities within the coal industry such coal wash plant sampling, production, plant audits, exploration, laboratory sample processing and plant test work under the supervision of the Manager.

Your day to day will include but is not limited to:

• Provide technical and geological governance to ensure best practise methods across geological / metallurgical and chemical activities associated with the coal wash plant sampling, on-site laboratory tasks, production work and borecore testing facilities.
• Technical support for the wider coal group across shipping, production, and wash plant activities.  Analysing samples to determine their composition, structure and properties.
• Participate in Coal Handling Preparation Plant (CHPP) systematic audit as required. Assist with coal mine wash plant audits with processing of samples.
• Carry out geological / metallically processing activities such as coal beneficiation to remove rocks, dirt, ash, sulphur and other contaminant and unwanted materials to produce high quality coal. 

• Ensure laboratory testing tasks are clearly understood to ensure accurate results are reported.
• Work efficiently and productively to ensure client turn arounds times are met.
• Plan and schedule test work within the guidelines and priorities set by Business Unit Manager or the Project Manager.
• Undertake laboratory analysis on production, exploration, trains and superintendent coal samples. 
• Undertake coal exploration samples processing ie geochemical work such flotation and density separation as required.

This role would suit a candidate wishing to pursue a career in the industry.

What’s needed?

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

• Experience working on a Mine site – on-site laboratory environment
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in coal sampling, sample preparation and coal testing
• Experience in Coal Handling and Preparation Plant (CHPP) circuits sampling, audits and processing
• Experience in Coal Exploration Programs – Coal Flotation and Density Separation
• Experience in coal training sampling, preparation and analysis
• Experience in Cole Oven Testing
• Ability to work under pressure
• Highly motivated
• Proven organisational skills
• Professional attitude

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

The benefits 

We offer a competitive salary of $90,000 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

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 are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and we encourage applications from women and Indigenous people.