Analytical Chemist – Soil & Plant Lab, ICP-OES/MS

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 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.