Laboratory Supervisor — Lead High-Performance Diagnostics

Healius Limited; City of Burnie; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

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Job summary

Healius Limited in Burnie (Tasmania) is seeking an experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist to lead the day-to-day operations of a satellite laboratory, ensuring high-quality, efficient and compliant diagnostic services.

You will provide operational leadership, people management and technical oversight, shaping workflow improvements, accuracy and turnaround times while collaborating with Pathologists and senior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Scientist (AIMS recognised) is essential.
• Demonstrated experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, ideally within a multi-disciplinary role.
• Evidence of Hepatitis B immunisation is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead laboratory operations to ensure delivery against performance targets and service expectations.
• Manage staffing, rostering and operational costs in line with budgets and KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation and quality standards (including NATA, TGA and internal procedures).
• Oversee internal quality control and external quality assurance programs, driving continuous improvement.
• Lead, coach and develop team members, fostering a high-performing and collaborative environment.
• Support with hiring, onboarding and ongoing capability development of laboratory staff.
• Oversee validation and implementation of testing methodologies with Pathologists and senior scientific staff.
• Maintain safe work practices and ensure WHS compliance.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with partnered healthcare facilities and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor, report on and improve laboratory performance to enhance efficiency and service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Quality systems

Stakeholder engagement

Team development

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Scientist (AIMS recognised)

Job description

Healius Limited in Burnie (Tasmania) is seeking an experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist to lead the day-to-day operations of a satellite laboratory, ensuring high-quality, efficient and compliant diagnostic services.

You will provide operational leadership, people management and technical oversight, shaping workflow improvements, accuracy and turnaround times while collaborating with Pathologists and senior staff.