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Posted 21 July, 2026

Laboratory Technician Chemist

Wood PLC
Longford, Victoria, Australia Full Time
Reference: 218_647780_31045

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is currently recruiting for a Laboratory Technician Chemist to be based in Longford on a permanent basis.

Reporting to the Superintendent, the Laboratory Technician Chemist will be responsible for providing critical testing and analysis for gas, crude oil, and petroleum products to ensure compliance with strict industry standards.

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What we can offer

  • Meaningful and interesting projects
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
  • Competitive remuneration package
  • Flexible benefits
  • Commitment to continued professional development
  • Global connections
Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com

Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
  • Tertiary qualification in Chemistry or a closely related subject
  • Competent in the use of Microsoft Office programs, with an emphasis on Excel
  • Achievement oriented and results focused
  • Strong practical and theoretical knowledge of chemistry
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Good math skills and the ability to perform calculations
  • Familiarity with lab safety standards and handling of hazardous materials
  • Proven ability to manage sampling and testing
  • Ability to work continuously in details and maintain accuracy
  • Strong personal HSE focus and commitment
  • Experience in the Oil & Gas industrytechnical diploma with piping design specific training or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience desired but not essential.

If you're an experienced Laboratory Technician Chemist, ready for your next project, then we are keen to hear from you today.

Only applicants who are Australian citizens or hold the required visa/permit to work in Australia will be considered.

Apply now and take the next step in your career with this exciting opportunity!

  • OIMS and Safety Program Compliance
  • Data integrity (DIAF) Compliance and understanding of QP&G
  • Develop knowledge of quality assurance based established testing
  • Sampling and testing of process fluids and environmental samples
  • Dispatch of samples for external testing
  • Stock control and ordering laboratory consumables
  • Training operators in laboratory tests
  • Calibration and troubleshooting laboratory instrumentation
  • General laboratory maintenance
  • Ad-hock sampling and testing
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