Analytical Chemist

ALTSA (Analytical Laboratories and Technical Services Australia); Mildura; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTSA (Analytical Laboratories and Technical Services Australia) – Mildura VIC is seeking an Analytical Chemist for the Soil & Plant lab to perform sample receipt, preparation and testing using ICP-OES, ICP-MS and CNS equipment. The role reports to the S&P Lab Manager and offers a hands-on laboratory environment in a growing regional lab.

Remuneration will be negotiated based on experience and qualifications; pay range sits at $75,000–$85,000 per year plus superannuation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science.
• General computer skills and good communication.
• Ideally be competent in operating an ICP OES, ICP MS or CNS.
• Ability to work to a high standard of speed and accuracy.
• Manage time effectively, identify and solve problems, prioritise tasks and workload.
• Work reliably with minimal supervision and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Sample receipt, preparation and testing.
• Operation of the ICP-OES, ICP-MS, CNS or other equipment as required.
• Generate test results within customers’ expected turnaround times.
• Calibration and maintenance of equipment.
• Perform maintenance and calibrations of instruments under supervision.
• Maintain consumables inventory and perform housekeeping tasks.
• Assist in maintainingand extending test accreditations for NATA & ASPAC.

Skills

General computer skills

Good communication

ICP OES operation

ICP MS operation

CNS operation

Time management

Team player

Education

Bachelor of Science

Tools

ICP-OES

ICP-MS

CNS

Job description

ALTSA (Analytical Laboratories and Technical Services Australia) – Mildura VIC

Hands on chemistry lab role with potential professional development.

Pay Range: $75,000 – $85,000 per year plus superannuation

Who are we?

Analytical Laboratories and Technical Services Australia (ALTSA)is a NATA accredited multi-laboratory facility servicing regional Australia.

Based in the picturesque and family friendly region of Mildura this position offers fantastic facilities, a great team and the quality lifestyle of a well serviced city in the country on the banks of the majestic Murray River. Agriculture is booming and ALTSA is at the heart of it all.

ALTSA: Soil & Plant Lab

Due to growing demand, we have a vacancy for an Analytical Chemist in our Soil & Plant lab.

About the role

Reporting to the S&P Lab Manager, your duties would include but not be limited to:

• Sample receipt, preparation and testing.
• Operation of the ICP-OES, ICP-MS, CNS or other equipment as required.
• Generate test results within customers’ expected turnaround times.
• Calibration and maintenance of equipment.
• Perform maintenance and calibrations of instruments under supervision.
• Maintain consumables inventory and perform housekeeping tasks.
• Assist in maintainingand extending test accreditations for NATA & ASPAC.

Benefits and perks

Remuneration will be negotiated with the successful candidate based on experience and qualifications.

Skills and experience

To be successful in this role you must have:

• Bachelor of Science.
• General computer skills and good communication.
• Ideally be competent in operating an ICP OES, ICP MS or CNS.
• Ability to:
• Work to a high standard of speed and accuracy.
• Manage time effectively, identify and solve problems, prioritise tasks and workload.
• Work reliably with minimal supervision and in a team environment.

Well regarded:

• Bachelor of Science with preferably a major in Chemistry.
• Prior experience in a commercial lab environment.
• Prior experience in the agricultural industry or environmental related area.