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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
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. 

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

• Minimum of a laboratory certificate or qualification in science
• 3 years’ experience with HPLC DAD & RWD
• 3 years’ experience with GC & LCMSMS
• Ability to work well in a team orientated environment
• Good communication and organisational skills
• 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
• 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

The Day to Day
The successful applicants will undertake a range of duties including the following:

• Processing food samples for 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 

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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