Junior Laboratory Assistant - Full-Time or Part-Time Job Share

ELF Farm Supplies; Sydney; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Elf Farm Supplies is seeking a Junior Laboratory Assistant to join the Quality team and work alongside production. The role involves routine analytical testing of raw materials and in‑process samples to help maintain product quality and meet compliance standards.

Offered as either a Full Time basis, or Part Time job share (<20 hours per week), this position is ideal for a science student or recent graduate looking to gain real‑world laboratory experience in Australia.

Qualifications

• Currently studying or recently graduated in a science-related degree.
• Background in chemistry or microbiology.
• Ability to follow set procedures accurately.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliable team player who can work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests on raw materials and process samples, following established SOPs.
• Accurately record, calculate and report test results and measurements.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe laboratory workspace.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures when handling equipment, chemicals and samples.
• Communicate any unusual test results or quality concerns to the Quality Manager.
• Assist with general administrative tasks in the Quality department, such as filing test records and updating logs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Independent work

Education

Science-related degree

Job description

Junior Laboratory Assistant - Full-Time or Part-Time Job Share

Join our Quality team as a Junior Laboratory Assistant, working closely with our production team. You'll carry out routine analytical testing on raw materials and in-process samples, helping us maintain consistent product quality and meet compliance standards. This is a great opportunity for a science student or recent graduate to gain real-world laboratory experience.

Offered either on a Full Time basis, or Part Time job share (< 20 hours per week)

Key responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests on raw materials and process samples, following established SOPs
• Accurately record, calculate and report test results and measurements
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe laboratory workspace
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures when handling equipment, chemicals and samples
• Communicate any unusual test results or quality concerns to the Quality Manager
• Assist with general administrative tasks in the Quality department, such as filing test records and updating logs

About you

• Currently studying, or recently graduated from, a science-related degree
• Background in chemistry or microbiology
• Ability to follow set procedures accurately
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• A reliable team player who's also comfortable working autonomously

About us

Elf Farm Supplies produces mushroom compost across Australia. Our mission is growing our people, businesses, culture, customers, and the best mushrooms and compost in the country - underpinned by our values of Steadfast People Safety, Steadfast Food Safety, Signature Quality, and Service with Heart.