Laboratory Assistant at ALS Global

ALS Global; Somerset Regional; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

ALS Global in Wivenhoe Pocket, QLD, AU is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to join the Metallurgy team. This casual, site-based role offers day shift hours (8am-4pm) with a pathway to permanent full-time employment after a period of service.

You will perform metallurgical test work procedures, assist with sample preparation, and ensure accurate record keeping while adhering to safety standards. Training will be provided and no FIFO is required.

Qualifications

• Good communication, organisational, and time management skills.
• Great attention to detail and highly motivated.
• Ability to undertake shift work as required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good physical fitness with the ability to perform manual handling tasks.
• Good literacy, numeracy, and computer skills.
• Alignment to ALS core values and culture.
• Previous experience in similar laboratory or mine site roles will be highly regarded.
• Exposure to mine site test work would be beneficial but not essential.
• Good mechanical aptitude would also be highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Area Supervisor and Team Leaders, you will assist in performing bench test work procedures.
• Involvement in the sample preparation process and procedures.
• Following procedures to complete test work to a high safety standard.
• Accurate record keeping, capturing, and processing control samples.
• Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness in the workplace.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Shift work

Independence

Literacy and numeracy

Computer skills

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

Apply for Laboratory Assistant at ALS Global in Wivenhoe Pocket, QLD, AU. This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. 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.

The role ALS Metallurgy is seeking enthusiastic Laboratory Assistants to join our team in Burnie. You will be a casual employee working up to 75 hours per fortnight predominately on day shift 8am-4pm Monday to Friday , with a view to permanent full-time employment after a period of service for both roles. Reporting to the Area Supervisor, your responsibilities as a team member will be to perform metallurgical test work procedures safely and successfully to meet the expectations of our clients. These are not FIFO mine site positions, and all training will be provided.

Typical duties include:

• Supporting the Area Supervisor and Team Leaders, you will assist in performing bench test work procedures.
• Involvement in the sample preparation process and procedures.
• Following procedures to complete test work to a high safety standard.
• Accurate record keeping, capturing, and processing control samples.
• Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness in the workplace.

The essentials

Successful candidates will possess the following skills and abilities:

• Good communication, organisational, and time management skills.
• Great attention to detail and highly motivated.
• Ability to undertake shift work as required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good physical fitness with the ability to perform manual handling tasks.
• Good literacy, numeracy, and computer skills.
• Alignment to ALS core values and culture.
• Previous experience in similar laboratory or mine site roles will be highly regarded Exposure to mine site test work would make ideal applicants for these roles, and knowledge of mineral processing or equipment operation would be highly beneficial but not essential.
• Good mechanical aptitude would also be highly desirable.

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.