Laboratory Supervisor

ALS Life Sciences; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ALS Stafford is seeking an Organic Prep Supervisor to oversee the growing Organic Prep team and ensure smooth daily operations in a production‑focused lab. You will supervise staff, manage rosters, and support the Organic Coordinator while maintaining safety, quality, and timely production.

The successful candidate will have 2+ years of lab experience, a relevant degree or diploma, and a proven ability to lead. This role offers growth opportunities within ALS’s Environmental Division in Brisbane.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a laboratory team.
• Strong HSE and QA compliance record.
• Degree or diploma in laboratory field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead the Organic Prep team, including roster management and reviews.
• Manage staffing and daily workflow to optimise productivity and meet targets.
• Develop cross-training plans to build capability and minimise gaps.
• Oversee quality actions and ensure adherence to QA/QC procedures.
• Troubleshoot operational issues to maintain targets and workflow.
• Provide professional leadership and foster a positive team environment.
• Review performance and set goals for the section.
• Coordinate staff training with Team Leaders and Organic Coordinator.
• Monitor absenteeism and adjust resources to manage workflow.
• Maintain consumables and support day-to-day operations.
• Ensure compliance with HSE, QA/QC documentation and audits.

Skills

Team supervision

People leadership

Problem solving

Adaptable / resilient

HSE & QA compliance

Laboratory experience

Education

Advanced Diploma in Laboratory Techniques

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

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.

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.

The Role

The Environmental Division at ALS Stafford is seeking an Organic Prep Supervisor to supervise and support the growing Organic Prep team. This role will assist with the smooth day-to-day operation of the section while ensuring production, quality and safety requirements are consistently met.

This opportunity would suit an existing employee looking to take the next step in their career, or a laboratory professional seeking to develop their people-leadership and supervisory skills. The successful candidate will report to the Organic Coordinator and work collaboratively with the broader Organics team.

In addition to leadership responsibilities, the successful candidate will be required to fill production gaps and provide method coverage where necessary.

The Day to Day

The successful applicant will undertake a range of duties, including:

• Supervise and lead the Organic Prep team, including roster management and supporting one-on-one and performance reviews in collaboration with the Organic Coordinator.
• Manage staffing levels and daily workflow to optimise productivity, meet due dates, holding times (HT) and turnaround time (TAT) requirements.
• Develop and implement cross-training plans to build team capability, provide method coverage and minimise production gaps.
• Oversee quality actions within the Organic Prep section as directed by the Quality Chemist, ensuring adherence to QWI requirements, quality procedures and training compliance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues to maintain production targets, quality standards and efficient workflow.
• Provide professional leadership and foster a positive, collaborative work environment that supports staff development and high performance.
• Review performance and set goals for the section
• Work with Team Leaders and the Organic Coordinator to coordinate and facilitate staff training without compromising production requirements.
• Monitor absenteeism and adjust resources where required to manage workflow, holding times and TAT compliance.
• Maintain adequate consumable supplies, minimise downtime and support the smooth day-to-day operation of the section.
• Ensure compliance with HSE, QA/QC documentation and workplace-record requirements, including participation in safety audits and initiatives.

The Essentials

The successful applicant will possess the following skills and abilities:

• Demonstrated management or team-supervision experience.
• The ability to maintain positive working relationships, with an adaptable and resilient approach to production management.
• An innovative and solution-focused mindset, with strong problem-solving skills.
• Two or more years of laboratory experience, preferably within environmental science or environmental testing.
• A proven track record of maintaining HSE and quality compliance in the workplace.
• A degree or Advanced Diploma in Laboratory Techniques, or a related discipline, is preferred.
• Experience working in a production-focused environment is preferred, but not essential.

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.