Laboratory Assistant

Eurofins; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1.5% superannuation paid above the national standard rate

Job summary

Eurofins is seeking a laboratory technician in Brisbane responsible for sample preparation and analysis duties. The position involves receiving and sorting samples, performing quality control tests, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

The ideal candidate will possess attention to detail, an understanding of chemistry, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This full-time role offers the opportunity to contribute to quality laboratory outcomes and develop professionally.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of chemistry and mathematics (Year 11); a science degree is not required.
• Previous laboratory experience is a benefit; no minimum experience required.
• Comfort and preference for fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and sort soil and water samples, assign tests, and prepare batch sheets.
• Weigh samples and transfer subsamples to appropriate departments.
• Extract analytes from samples as per Standard Operating Procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Understanding of chemistry

Ability to work in fast-paced environments

Education

Year 11 mathematics and chemistry understanding

Job description

Job Summary

Reporting to the Section Supervisor, a laboratory technician will be primarily responsible for sample preparation and involved in some analysis and other lab duties.

Location & Hours

Full‑time positions based in Murarrie, Brisbane, QLD. Shift times Monday‑Friday: 9:00 AM‑5:00 PM or 11:00 AM‑7:00 PM. 1.5% superannuation paid above the national standard rate.

Key Accountabilities

• Receive and sort soil and water samples, assign tests in accordance with the ELVIS database and prepare batch sheets in Microsoft Excel.
• Weigh samples and transfer subsamples to the appropriate departments in the laboratory.
• Extract analytes from water/soil samples as directed by the Standard Operating Procedures.
• Ensure traceability of samples prepared or vialed.
• Perform quality control tests.
• Prioritize samples according to turnaround times (urgent samples).
• Treat quarantine samples in accordance with quarantine procedures as directed by the Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service (AQIS) approved representative.
• Discard waste in accordance with safety and environmental considerations.
• Replenish consumable items (e.g. pipettes, vials, solvents).
• Perform calibrations of POAV instruments such as syringes, steppers and solvent dispensers and other lab equipment.
• Keep the laboratory clean and in order.
• Undertake other duties as required by the business and directed by management.
• Act in accordance with the Eurofins Code of Ethics and all other relevant policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of chemistry and mathematics (Year 11); a science degree is not required.
• Previous laboratory experience is a benefit; no minimum experience required.
• Comfort and preference for fast‑paced environments.
• Strong attention to detail and focus on quality output.
• Desire to continually learn and improve.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and eagerness to take the next step.
• Hands‑on, hard‑working, and a “doer” with a common‑sense approach.
• Strategic thinking mindset.
• Currently based in Brisbane.