Lab Technician

Veolia Environmental Services; Woodlawn; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working

Training and development

Career progression

Job summary

Veolia Environmental Services in Woodlawn, NSW is seeking a Laboratory Technician to provide precise water analysis for leachate treatment and reverse osmosis plants. You will contribute to environmental solutions and uphold Veolia’s AlwaysSafe safety culture.

Join a team focused on sampling, QA, and process optimisation across water operations, with opportunities for training, mentoring, and career development in a supportive, hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in chemistry, laboratory science or a related discipline.
• Experience in sampling, sample preservation, analytical testing and laboratory equipment operation.
• Knowledge of quality assurance systems and water or wastewater treatment operations is desirable.
• Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, Access, Google Suite and laboratory or asset management systems.
• A commitment to safety, sustainability and continuous improvement.
• Veolia’s AlwaysSafe culture means that we care about the safety of people on our sites. Shortlisted candidates must undergo a full pre-employment medical check including drug and alcohol screening.

Responsibilities

• Conducting sampling, laboratory testing and analysis across the Woodlawn Leachate Treatment and Reverse Osmosis Plants.
• Preparing reagents, standards and sample containers, while ensuring correct storage and preservation.
• Maintaining accurate records, databases and reports, and promptly communicating water-quality exceedances.
• Supporting quality systems, audits, procedures and process optimisation.
• Coordinating external laboratory testing, stock control and procurement.
• Promoting safe, compliant and environmentally responsible laboratory practices.
• Collaborating with operations teams, mentoring staff and participating in the on-call roster.

Skills

Sampling

Analytical testing

Laboratory equipment

Quality assurance

MS Office

Google Suite

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Access

Google Suite

LIMS

Job description

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Create positive change. Be a champion of Ecological Transformation.

Join Veolia, a global leader with over 170 years of experience, operating in 40+ countries with 220,000 employees worldwide, including 6,500 staff across 300 sites in Australia and New Zealand. As part of our team, you'll contribute to crucial environmental solutions through our innovative Water, Waste, Energy and Industrial Services, helping protect the environment and address essential human needs for a sustainable future.

The Opportunity

Create positive change at Woodlawn! Become part of the Veolia team as a Laboratory Technician, providing precise water analysis for our leachate treatment and reverse osmosis plants. Be a champion of innovation, safety, and ecological transformation in a practical capacity where your skills directly contribute to safeguarding our vital resources.

What's on offer

Make a meaningful contribution to environmental sustainability and water quality at Veolia’s Woodlawn site.

Work across leachate treatment and reverse osmosis operations in a varied laboratory role.

Access ongoing training, competency development and opportunities to mentor others.

Collaborate with experienced operations, management and laboratory teams.

Build expertise in sampling, analysis, quality systems and process optimisation while contributing to a safe, innovative and high-performing workplace

What you'll be responsible for

Conducting sampling, laboratory testing and analysis across the Woodlawn Leachate Treatment and Reverse Osmosis Plants.

Preparing reagents, standards and sample containers, while ensuring correct storage and preservation.

Maintaining accurate records, databases and reports, and promptly communicating water-quality exceedances.

Supporting quality systems, audits, procedures and process optimisation.

Coordinating external laboratory testing, stock control and procurement.

Promoting safe, compliant and environmentally responsible laboratory practices.

Collaborating with operations teams, mentoring staff and participating in the on-call roster.

What you'll need to be successful

Tertiary qualifications in chemistry, laboratory science or a related discipline.

Experience in sampling, sample preservation, analytical testing and laboratory equipment operation.

Knowledge of quality assurance systems and water or wastewater treatment operations is desirable.

Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills, with excellent attention to detail.

Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, Access, Google Suite and laboratory or asset management systems.

A commitment to safety, sustainability and continuous improvement.

Veolia’s AlwaysSafe culture means that we care about the safety of people on our sites. We operate a zero tolerance drug and alcohol approach and shortlisted candidates must be prepared to undertake a full pre-employment medical check which includes drug and alcohol screening. Shortlisted candidates must also be willing to undergo a National Police Clearance.

Why Veolia?

At Veolia, we support our people both at work and beyond. Enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to help you thrive, including:

Generous paid parental leave and a paid volunteer day

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Superannuation contributions on unpaid parental leave

Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance

Employee Assistance Program (Thrive) for you and your family

Car allowances, novated leasing, and vehicle discounts

Bonus and referral programs, plus employee share plan

Ongoing professional development and clear career pathways

Veolia is committed to ensuring every employee returns home safely every day under our Always Safe Charter.

Join a team that values your wellbeing, growth, and contribution—while making a real impact on the environment and our communities.

Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion

Veolia is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and accessible environment. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.

We value your interest in our employment opportunities and commit to respond to all applications.

Veolia is committed to conducting recruitment in a fair, ethical and transparent manner based solely on merit. Candidates with direct or indirect personal/professional ties to Veolia and/or any third party related to Veolia business (including but not limited to Veolia's suppliers, customers, partners and competitors) must disclose this information.