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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.

About the Role:
ALS Food and Pharmaceutical operates a state-of-the-art commercial laboratory in Scoresby, Melbourne, equipped with the latest technology. We have a rare and exciting opportunity for a Team Leader in our Microbiology Food Testing division.
  
In this key team lead role, you will provide technical and operational direction, fostering a safe, collaborative, and improvement-driven work environment. You will manage team workflow, ensuring high performance and accountability, while maintaining exceptional service quality for our clients.
  
This role is a permanent position, Monday to Friday, 10:30 AM to 6:45 PM.
  
The Day to Day:
The successful applicants will undertake a range of duties including the following:

• Provide technical and operational leadership for direct reports within the laboratory.
• Manage team workflow, accountability, and performance to ensure high-quality client service.
• Ensure team competency, provide development pathways, and maintain high standards in laboratory testing.
• Oversee productivity and efficiency of direct reports, ensuring work objectives are met.
• Conduct and oversee laboratory testing
• Maintain role-related quality system documentation and ensure direct reports comply with quality requirements to ensure we meet client requests.
• Foster a strong safety & sustainability culture through leadership and active participation in safety initiatives.
• Adhere to the ALS Code of Conduct and Respectful Workplace Behaviour policies.
• Maintaining an excellent standard of occupational health and safety

  
The Essentials:

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in science (preferably Microbiology).
• 3-5 years of laboratory experience, with proven supervisory experience.
• Strong customer focus, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• High attention to detail, adaptability, and willingness to learn.
• Strong organizational skills and results-oriented mindset.

  
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 will 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: 

• Discounts with Bupa, HCF, Hertz, HSBC, Virgin Australia 
• Opportunity to salary sacrifice car costs with Autopia 
• Corporate superannuation benefits with Australian Retirement Trust 
• 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 personalized solutions supported by local expertise. We help our clients leverage the power of date-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 work visa. 
 
How to apply: 
Please apply online and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrates your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.

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