About this role
Job title: Laboratory Technician - Casual
About the Role The Environmental Division operates a modern commercial laboratory in Brisbane (Stafford) that's equipped with the latest in analytical technology. We are seeking several experienced Laboratory Technicians to join our team that strives to exceed client expectations by delivering quality results on time and by maintaining strong relationships with their clients. Successful candidates may have just completed their Science Degree or TAFE Laboratory skills and are looking to utilise their practical laboratory experience in a working laboratory.
What You'll Do
- Preparation and analysis of soil, water, and sediment - weighing, digesting, titrating, or solvent extraction of samples
- Ensuring that preparation and analytical procedures and associated tasks are conducted in accordance with ALS Quality Work Instructions
- Organising designated tasks to maximise daily efficiencies
- Completing all tasks within both the timeframe set by the Supervisor and the relevant analysis standard
- Highlighting anomalies in results and sample type/behaviour
What We're Looking For
- A genuine interest in the Science industry
- Either TAFE or University qualifications
- A desire to work in a high-throughput, client-focused environment, with preference given to those with previous commercial laboratory experience
- Excellent attention to detail, organisational and time management skills
- Dedication to good laboratory practices with regard to quality of results and health and safety
- Flexibility to work public holidays and weekend shifts if required
- Willingness to be cross trained in other sections of the laboratory
- Dedication to go the extra mile, be solutions driven and ensure there is no compromise on quality
Nice to Have
- Additionally, the following skills and interests are advantageous and desirable:
- A demonstrated interest in areas such as computer building, circuitry, automation, Excel macros, scripting, or 3D printing
- Coding or programming capability (e.g. VBA, Python, R, SQL or similar)
- Exposure to or interest in robotics, AI, process automation or digital optimisation