Laboratory Technician

LabRulez; Australia; Remote; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ALS Oil & Lubricants in Canning Vale offers a full-time Laboratory Technician role in a small team within a NATA-accredited oil analysis lab. You will analyze oil, coolant, fuel and grease samples, with full training provided through a structured program.

Join us to start or progress a laboratory career, contribute to safe operating practices, and develop skills in ICP-OES, FTIR and related techniques while supporting equipment and testing workflows.

Qualifications

• Team player able to work in a busy group environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Commitment to accuracy and attention to detail in testing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Label and unpack samples.
• Register samples in the system.
• Perform routine testing: ICP-OES, FTIR, viscosity.
• Conduct particle counting and colour analysis.
• Assist with basic equipment calibration.
• Maintain lab safety and housekeeping.

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Overtime flexibility

Education

Cert IV or Diploma in Laboratory Techniques

Tools

ICP-OES

FTIR

Viscosity measurement

LIMS

Job description

Analytical chemist, AAS, ICP/OES, ICP/MS, Molecular spectroscopy UV-Vis, RAMAN, FTIR

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.

Laboratory Technician

The role

ALS Oil & Lubricants inCanning Valeprovides testing analysis to ensure optimal fluid health to our client’s equipment.

This is a Full-Time rolewith8-hour shifts, where you will work in a small team in our NATA-accredited oil analysis laboratory, analyzing oil, coolant, fuel, and grease samples.

Full training will be provided to the successful candidate through an incremental structured training program.

This is a great opportunity to start or progress your laboratory career.

The day to day

You will be responsible for the following:

• Labelling and unpacking samples
• Sample registration
• Routine sample testing including
• ICP-OES
• FTIR
• Viscosity
• Particle Counting
• Colour analysis
• Acid-base titrations
• Basic equipment calibration
• Work as part of a team comprised of laboratory technicians, technical support staff and leadership
• Perform housekeeping duties as required
• Work to safety guidelines according to policies and procedures
• Ability to move and lift racks and boxes in the 5-10kg range

The essentials

• Be a team player who enjoys working within a group environment
• Have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment under reasonable pressure
• Have excellent communication skills
• Have great attention to detail
• Be willing to work a reasonable amount of overtime when required
• Previous experience using a LIMS would be desirable but not essential
• Cert IV or Diploma in Laboratory Techniques or similar is advantageous

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.