Compensation: CAD 25 - CAD 27.5 - hourly
Company Description We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.
Job Description Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
Perform laboratory techniques according to written procedures
Duties may include: sample reception, sample preparation, sample reduction, sample dilutions, setting up analytical batches and analysis, batch Quality Control, approving and releasing of results to the data centre, disposal of samples and filling of lab results/data
Calibration and set up of equipment prior to analysis
Maintain and record equipment calibrations
Interpret and evaluate all results
Carries out routine equipment maintenance under the direction of the technical manager
Regularly meets with an assigned mentor to gain business knowledge, personal development skills, problem solving/conflict resolution skills, and knowledge of strengths and areas for improvement
Network effectively and take initiative to determine rotation opportunities and eventual placement, taking into consideration the needs of the business
Actively participate in training and development opportunities
Maintains a clean working environment
Follow all company health, safety and environmental policies
May be asked to work in other areas of the Geochemistry laboratory sections when required
Possible travel to other SGS Geochemistry laboratory locations in Canada or overseas on either short term assignments or longer term assignments as part of a strategic initiative
May be assigned and coordinate special or ad hoc projects as needed
Qualifications A minimum of a BSc degree (or equivalent) is required.




A minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a laboratory setting is required
Previous experience using a variety of geochemical instrumentation is a solid asset
Previous experience in statistical evaluation is required.
Previous experience with ISO/IEC 17025 requirements is preferred.
Previous experience in a Quality Control related role is preferred.
Retain a valid passport
Additional Information Salary: $25 to $27.50 per hour
80% coverage Health, Dental and Vision
Paid time off
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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📌 Chemist, Geochemistry (British Columbia)
🏢 SGS
📍 British Columbia