Asbestos Analyst

Eurofins; Cumberland; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra 1.5% superannuation

Training in analytical techniques

Job summary

A leading environmental testing company is seeking a Full-time Asbestos Analyst in Girraween, NSW. The role involves conducting laboratory and field analyses for asbestos identification and ensuring compliance with strict standards. Candidates with 3-5 years of relevant experience are encouraged to apply. Strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and organizational skills are essential. The position offers additional superannuation benefits and opportunities for career development within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in a laboratory setting.
• Experience analyzing asbestos in building materials.
• Field work experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for laboratory analysis.
• Conduct asbestos identification and airborne fibre counting.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Technical skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Certificate or Diploma in Laboratory Techniques

Job description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

Eurofins Environment Testing Australia is an Environmental testing network of fully accredited laboratories. With a staff of over 300 our laboratories are located in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane and with Client Service Offices located in Adelaide, Darwin, Newcastle and Wollongong. We also operate field sampling services out of Melbourne and Sydney. We specialise in all areas of Environmental analysis, including Contaminated Soil, Sludge, Sediments, Leachate, Soil Vapour, Trade Waste Effluents, Sewage Effluents, Stack Emissions, Work Place Air, Ambient Air, Dust, Drinking Water, Surface Water run off, River & Stream Monitoring, Seawater, and Groundwater.

Job Description

Full-time ongoing position based in Girraween NSW

Monday to Friday

Asbestos Analysts with 3–5 years’ experience encouraged to apply

Extra 1.5% superannuation paid on top of the national standard rate

The Asbestos Analyst role is primarily laboratory-based, with occasional periodic field work. You will conduct laboratory analysis in the Hazardous Materials laboratory, including asbestos identification in building materials and soils, and airborne fibre counting. In addition, you will assist the laboratory team by ensuring all samples are prepared and analysed in a timely manner, while supporting a range of laboratory duties to meet operational, customer, and quality requirements.

Key responsibilities:

• Prepare samples for analysis in accordance with approved methods and requirements.
• Perform routine analyses, validations, and project work efficiently and accurately.
• Conduct analyses including:
  • Asbestos identification in building materials and soils
  • Inhalable and respirable dust (and associated airborne workplace contaminants)
• Carry out field sampling activities such as:
  • Respirable dust and crystalline silica monitoring
  • Inhalable dust monitoring
• Ensure all internal and external client requirements are met or exceeded.
• Ensure efficient utilisation of laboratory materials.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment/instruments as required.
• Maintain strict adherence to ISO 17025, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001 standards.

Qualifications

• Certificate or Diploma in Laboratory Techniques, or other relevant science-based tertiary education; or significant field/laboratory experience.
• Experience in a commercial laboratory, including analysis of asbestos in building materials and soils.
• Experience with field work and associated record keeping will be an advantage.
• Previous experience as an ICP or LAA for clearance inspections following asbestos removal work will be highly regarded.

Skills and Attributes:

• Proven ability to learn quickly and work effectively under minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to structure information clearly, logically, and directly.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multi-task.
• Sound technical and analytical skills.
• Good time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Previous laboratory experience will be well regarded; however, comprehensive on-the-job training will be provided in our in-house analytical techniques, systems, and programs.

Additional Information

We will be reviewing applications as they are received, so if you believe you are ready for this exciting, challenging and rewarding position please apply as soon as possibleby submitting your cover letter and resume that outlines your interest and suitability for the position.

This opportunity is only open to candidates who are eligible to work in Australia/New Zealand, and already have work rights or an appropriate working visa.