Authorised Officer

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.

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Authorised Officer to join our team in Hendon. This role is casual and is responsible for conducting inspections, testing and reporting for agricultural commodity exports and domestic trade, while ensuring compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities include however, are not limited to:

• Complete inspections and testing of agricultural commodities for export and domestic markets

• Conduct export inspections in line with Trade Assurance Services and overseas government requirements

• Prepare accurate reports and deliver within customer timeframes

• Communicate with customers to initiate and manage inspection requirements

• Maintain accreditations and ongoing professional development (minimum PGG3001)

• Ensure compliance with ISO 17020 and GAFTA/FOSFA sampling standards

• Carry out inspections for additional commodities based on training and experience

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience or knowledge within agricultural services and/or export markets (preferred)

• Current Australian driver’s licence

• Strong computer skills and attention to detail

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• General site safety awareness and training

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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.