Laboratory Assistant | Callide Mine Site

LabRulez; Biloela; Remote; AUD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

ALS is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to join the Callide Mine Site on a permanent full-time basis. You will support coal sampling, testing and laboratory operations, working on a rotating day and night roster.

This role suits someone with a strong work ethic, safety focus, and ability to work across teams and sites, with willingness to travel between mine sites as needed and to operate in full PPE.

Qualifications

• A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and unsupervised when required.
• Flexibility to work additional shifts as needed.
• Current and valid Driver's Licence.
• Ability to wear and work in full PPE.
• Physical fitness to undertake manual handling activities in frequent hot conditions.
• Basic computer skills with email, excel and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Performing manual handling tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
• Conducting routine coal sampling and testing.
• Performing physical tests including, crushing, and dividing samples.
• Coal preparation activities.
• Loading and unloading samples from various plant streams.
• Assisting with sample preparation and analysis.
• Carrying out general laboratory duties.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment and work areas.
• Adhering to site safety procedures and quality standards.
• Collaborating with team members across multiple sites as required.
• Travelling between mine sites, day & night when required.

Skills

Safety compliance

Communication

Organisational skills

Independent work

Willingness to learn

Driver's license

PPE safety

Physical fitness

Basic IT skills

Job description

Laboratory Assistant | Callide Mine Site

ALS is a global leader in testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in a wide range of industries around the world. Using advanced technologies and innovative methods, we help our clients leverage data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.

Our people are the heart of our business, driving testing solutions and innovations to solve complex challenges and create lasting value for our clients. But most importantly, our people care – for each other and for the work we do. With over 20,000 team members across 70 countries, you’ll be part of a global network. Learn more about what makes our workplace great here.

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 Position:

We are seeking a Laboratory Assistant to join our team at the Callide Mine Site on a permanent full-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to safety and quality.

Working on a rotating lifestyle roster (day and night shifts), you'll play a key role in supporting coal sampling, testing, and laboratory operations while contributing to the success of our site.

Your key responsibilities

As a Laboratory Assistant, your day-to-day duties will include:

• Performing manual handling tasks in a safe and efficient manner
• Conducting routine coal sampling and testing
• Performing physical tests including, crushing, and dividing samples
• Coal preparation activities
• Loading and unloading samples from various plant streams
• Assisting with sample preparation and analysis
• Carrying out general laboratory duties
• Maintaining laboratory equipment and work areas
• Adhering to site safety procedures and quality standards
• Collaborating with team members across multiple sites as required
• Travelling between mine sites, day & night when required.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality
• Good organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and unsupervised when required
• Flexibility to work additional shifts as needed
• Current and valid Driver's Licence
• Ability to wear and work in full PPE
• Physical fitness to undertake manual handling activities in frequent hot conditions
• Basic computer skills with email, excel and data entry.

Desirable (but not essential)

• Previous experience working in a laboratory environment
• Experience within mining, coal preparation, or resource industries
• Sample preparation and testing experience

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.

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.