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Laboratory Technician
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About the Role
The Food & Pharmaceutical Division operates a modern laboratory in Melbourne (Scoresby) that is equipped with the latest in analytical technology.  The division is seeking a Laboratory Technician to become part of the chemistry team on a permanent basis. This hands-on role involves preparing, blending, and weighing samples, ensuring accurate results within holding times, completing paperwork, and maintaining efficient and safe lab operations to meet client turnaround goals. Ideal candidates will have a science qualification or lab certificate, strong communication and organizational skills, and a commitment to quality, safety, and client service. Experience in a high-throughput lab environment is preferred. 

This role is a 6-month fixed term contract.
  
The day to day
The successful applicants will undertake a range of duties including the following:

• Processing food, pharmaceutical and water samples for microbiological analysis.
• Ensuring samples are analysed within holding times.
• Weighing and checking samples
• Fast paced work with accuracy required
• Blend food samples 
• Completion of paperwork 
• Ensuring client turnaround times are met.
• Ensuring the laboratory operates in an efficient and safe manner.
• Daily ad hock tasks 

  
The Essentials
The successful candidate will possess the following skills and abilities:

• Minimum of a laboratory certificate or qualification in science. 
• A requirement to handle raw poultry, meat and fish in sample preparation on a daily basis.
• Ability to undertake reasonable overtime as required.
• Involved in daily housekeeping of the laboratory.
• A strong commitment to client service.
• Ability to work well in a team orientated environment
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Dedication to good laboratory practices with regard to quality of results and health and safety.
• Previous experience in a high throughput, client-focused environment, preferred.
• Ability to work Monday to Friday. 

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+.
  
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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