HPLC Lab Technician

ALS; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ALS is seeking a Laboratory Technician for the TheFood & Pharmaceutical laboratory in Rydalmere (NSW). The role is permanent and full-time, with hours 09:00–17:00, Monday to Friday, to prepare samples and ensure timely, accurate results.

Ideal candidates hold a chemistry-related science qualification, have at least 1 year in a commercial lab, and demonstrate safety, organisational, and strong numerical skills, with a focus on quality and client service.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a laboratory certificate or qualification in science, preferably chemistry.
• 1 year experience in a commercial, client-focused chemistry laboratory
• An understanding of safety precautions necessary while working with samples of unknown hazard
• Good chemical knowledge
• Excellent organisational skills
• Strong numerical skills
• Strong internal customer focus
• Team orientated
• Strong focus on quality
• Attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Processing and analysing samples within holding times, maintaining a high-quality standard.
• Organising designated tasks to maximise daily efficiencies.
• Raising anomalies in results, sample type, sample matrix interference section Team Leader or Supervisor for investigation.
• Performing housekeeping duties as required.
• Calibrating equipment as required by the Section Team Leader and/or the QC Coordinator.
• Performing calculations as required when conducting analytical preparations.
• Controlling consumable stock required for the tasks performed.
• Completing proficiency activities as required at applicable sites.
• Other duties, as requested, relating to this position.

Skills

Lab skills

Analytical chemistry

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Numerical skills

Team player

Quality focus

Safety awareness

Client service

Education

Laboratory certificate/qualification in science (preferably chemistry)

Job description

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.

When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.

About the Role
TheFood & Pharmaceutical laboratory in Rydalmere (NSW) is seeking a Laboratory Technicianto become part of the chemistry team on a permanent basis.

This hands-on role involves preparing samples for analytical testing, ensuring accurate results within holding times, assessing results against expected values for food matrices, and maintaining efficient and safe lab operations to meet client turnaround goals.

Ideal candidates will have a chemistry 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 desired.

This is a full-time position - Monday to Friday 09:00am – 5:00pm

The day-to-day:

• Processing and analysing samples within holding times, ensuring a high-quality standard is maintained.

• Organising designated tasks to maximise daily efficiencies.

• Raising anomalies in results, sample type, sample matrix interference section Team Leader or Supervisor for investigation.

• Performing housekeeping duties as required.

• Calibrating equipment as required by the Section Team Leader and/or the QC Coordinator.

• Performing calculations as required when conducting analytical preparations.

• Controlling consumable stock required for the tasks performed.

• Completing proficiency activities as required at applicable sites.

• Other duties, as requested, relating to this position.

The Essentials:

The successful candidate will bring:

• Minimum of a laboratory certificate or qualification in science, preferably chemistry

• 1 year experience in a commercial, client-focused chemistry laboratory

• An understanding of safety precautions necessary while working with samples of unknown hazard

• Good chemical knowledge

• Excellent organisational skills

• Strong numerical skills

• Strong internal customer focus

• Team orientated

• Strong focus on quality

• Attention to detail

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.

Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.

At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us.

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.

Everyone Matters

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.

ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.

Eligibility
To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.