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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
ALS is seeking a Chemist for our metallurgical services business in Perth WA.  Successful applicants will become part of its busy metallurgy testing laboratories that strives to exceed customer expectations by delivering quality results on time, and by maintaining strong relationships with its clients. This position is in our dedicated Heavy Liquid Separation (HLS) laboratory team, where you’ll work under the guidance of a Senior Chemist. You’ll play a key role in coordinating testwork with the Area Supervisor and a team of skilled technicians, contributing to delivering high-quality results.
  
The role will be a permanent employment arrangement. Rostered hours are primarily day shift weekdays 7am-3pm. The laboratory is based in Balcatta, a northern suburb of Perth. These are not FIFO mine site positions.

The day to day
Applicant will be based in the Balcatta HLS laboratory, typical duties include:

• Develop and validate suitable analytical procedures and methodology for the analysis of minerals samples, process solutions and residues, and/or concentrates.
• Liaise with Group management, site metallurgists and external clients.
• Investigate and resolve data quality issues raised by clients and produce outcomes that satisfy the client’s expectations when required
• Follow applicable analytical methods and published procedures without unapproved deviation.
• High level of expertise with area-specific procedures
• Appropriate management of equipment / instrument maintenance and/or calibration to ensure such infrastructure remain fit for purpose.

The essentials
Applicants with previous experience in similar laboratory will be highly regarded, however, training will be provided for successful applicants with limited experience.

Suitable candidates for this role must have:

• Diploma or Degree in Chemistry/Metallurgy or related discipline will be advantageous.
• Previous laboratory experience desirable but not necessary as training will be provided.
• Strong attention to detail is a requirement.
• Good communication skills to liaise with professionals across the Metallurgy group.
• Familiarity with MS office suite and capable of keeping good records and legibly filling in data sheets
• Ensuring that all work is carried out in a safe and efficient manner and to an agreed standard of quality, following established operating principles and procedures.
• Optimising turnaround time for samples while ensuring the highest quality of results is achieved and maintained.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment and carrying out quality control checks.
• Ensuring a high standard of housekeeping and cleanliness of all equipment and work areas.

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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