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Imagine your future with us

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.
When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive.

Our global team turns up each day with passion and commitment to do amazing things, always challenging our thinking to find ways to solve some of the world’s most complex problems for a safer, healthier world.

The Role
The ALS Environmental Division in Newcastle is seeking a full-time experienced Micro Laboratory Team Leader to join a team that strives to exceed client expectations by delivering quality results on time.

The successful applicant will work along with the management team and assume responsibility for their team and the safe, efficient, timely operation of their tasks in accordance with company policies and procedures. Plus provide their team with leadership, guidance and technical information relating to their duties.

The day to day
Responsibilities include:

• Coordination and running of the day-to-day operations of a microbiological laboratory and the team.
• Preparation and analysis of water, samples for a variety of tests throughout ensuring that analytical procedures and associated tasks are conducted in accordance with the ALS Quality Work Instructions including QA/QC.
• Organising designated tasks to maximise daily efficiencies.
• Completing all tasks and analyses within both the time and the relevant analysis standards.
• Highlighting anomalies in results and sample type and sample behaviour.
• Preparation and analysis of microbiological samples.

  
The essentials

• Microbiological experience in a commercial testing laboratory
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational and time management skills.
• Perform housekeeping duties as required.
• Desire to work in high-throughput, customer-focused environment, with preference given to those with previous commercial laboratory experience.
• A strong desire to exceed client expectations by delivering quality results on time.
• A genuine interest in the Science Industry preferably with relevant qualifications within the science field.
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.

Working at ALS

Our people drive our success at ALS.
We are a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other.
At ALS, you’ll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential. We invest in our people with a range of programs and provide opportunities across the company, giving our people scope to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders.
We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and the communities where we work.

 Our benefits include:

• Discounts with Bupa, HCF, Hertz, HSBC, Virgin Australia
• Opportunity to salary sacrifice car costs with Autopia
• Corporate superannuation benefits with Australian Retirement Trust
• Online learning system with extensive modules of choice
• Employee Assistance Program providing counselling, support and coaching
• Friendly working environment with accessible management
• Influenza Vaccinations
• Opportunities to progress and develop your career within ALS, including global opportunities for suitable candidates

Everyone matters 
At ALS, we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate, live and gather as employees. ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.  We aim to reflect the diverse communities in which we work and encourage applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, persons living with disability and LGBTQ+.
  
About ALS
ALS is a global leader in scientific testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in more than 60 countries across a wide range of industries, including environment, food and beverage, mining, personal care, pharmaceutical, healthcare and equipment reliability. Using state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies, our dedicated international teams deliver the highest-quality testing services and personalised solutions supported by local expertise. We help our clients leverage the power of data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.
  
Eligibility
To be eligible to work at ALS you must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.
  
  
How to apply
Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.
 

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