Chemist/ Lab Technician

Chemist/ Lab Technician

Location:

SP Red Hill

At Sibelco, we advance life through materials.

For over 150 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Our work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond our materials, we’re proud of our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact.

Are We the Perfect Match?

At Sibelco, we believe building a successful career is a two-way journey. We’re looking for individuals who share our values and vision, just as much as you’re seeking a company that aligns with your aspirations. Together, we can shape the future.

Job Description:

Your impact in this role:

Evaluate, select and apply standard engineering/scientific techniques, processes and criteria independently, making minor modifications to achieve clear and specific project results within a narrow focus area. The function performs the activities in one of the following focus areas: Ceramic sanitaryware, Glass, Glass recycling, advanced processed minerals, fillers for polymers or coatings, water treatment, construction, high purity quartz.

In this role, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

- Analyze and interpret test results using a range of methods from standard and well-established routines to specially adapted processes.

- Connect different test results and analyze the impact on follow-up investigation and research activities

- Plans own work within constraints of a research program or test schedule.

- Liaises with maintenance staff on repair of faults and modifications.

- Perform scientific activities to support the development of innovative concepts and ideas based on the instructions of the Scientist.

- Understand the principles of different test techniques and methodologies and determine which is best suited for the purpose of the activities

- Ensure qualitative and timely delivery of project objectives within predefined scope and budget.

- Lead small projects

Background:

- Technical Diploma, bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in engineering with Chemistry, or Materials Science, Geology, Biology or Biotechnology required.

- Minimum 3 years' experience in similar role

- Practical understanding of industrial mineral industry

- Practical understanding of processing and application of minerals in the intended field of application (eg Ceramic tiles, Coatings, water treatment etc) and practical understanding of the typical test protocols for these kinds of applications

- Ability to work with a basic set of software packages.

- Extensive understanding of the relevant product segment.

- Knowledge of industry's safety regulations and ensure activities are in compliance with those regulations. c Experience in materials science in one or more specific focus areas

- Efficient and clear communication to motivate a team Able to transfer knowledge, open minded, team player Pro-active, Self-motivated and Analytical

Employee Type:

Permanent

Why Join Us?

Sibelco is more than a workplace—it’s a community that encourages growth, innovation, and collaboration. Here’s what you can look forward to when you join our team:

- Meet Our People: Careers

- Learn About Our Recruitment Process: Learn More

- Discover Our Sustainability Goals: Sibelco priorities

We also welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to support you through the selection process.

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Please note: We do not require agency services as we have a dedicated Global Talent Acquisition Team.