Laboratory Technician

Cheetham Salt Limited; Bajool; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award wage rates

Relocation assistance

Ongoing training

Salary Continuance Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Generous parental leave options

Job summary

Cheetham Salt Limited is seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician to join their Bajool Operations in Queensland. This role includes managing laboratory operations, performing product testing, and supporting quality systems across Bajool and Port Alma sites.

You will work with site leadership to ensure product quality and compliance, exhibiting strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Ideal candidates should have a tertiary qualification in laboratory techniques and experience with

Qualifications

• Proactive and analytical professional with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in operating and maintaining laboratory instruments.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage laboratory operations and conduct product testing.
• Ensure accurate reporting of results in a timely manner.
• Conduct regular auditing of quality systems.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Sampling and testing

HACCP

ISO9001

ISO14001

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Numerical skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in laboratory techniques or science

Tools

AAS

UV-Vis

Job description

About Us

CheethamSalt prides itself in offering value added Australian solar salt products and is proud to play an integral role in Australian manufacturing. As Australia's largest producer and refiner of solar salt, Cheetham Salt offers reliable salt products to a broad range of industries including the industrial, food, stock feed, hide and pool sectors. Our Bajool Operations in Queensland are currently seeking a motivated permanent Laboratory Technician to join our team. Bajool is situated 40km south of Rockhampton and 40km north of Gladstone.

Life at Cheetham Salt

Our company culture and values driven behaviour is very important to us. From flexible working arrangements, supportive Leadership team and regular social catch ups, we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and agile workplaces.

• Above award wage rates and allowances
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
• Autonomy & variety
• Ongoing training & development
• Salary Continuance Insurance
• Employee Referral Program – refer a mate & receive $1000
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous paid primary carer Parental & Paternity leave options
• Reward & Recognition Program
• Uniforms provided

The Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician. This role is responsible for managing laboratory operations, conducting product testing and analysis, supporting quality systems, and helping drive quality excellence across both the Bajool and Port Alma sites. Reporting directly to the HSEQ Coordinator, you will work closely with site leadership and operational teams to ensure product quality, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives are achieved.

Your key duties and responsibilities will include:

• Independently manage the Bajool laboratory
• Perform all required sampling, inspection, monitoring and testing procedures as required.
• Conduct sampling and testing of all samples against specifications
• Ensure accurate interpretation and reporting of results in a timely manner
• Conduct regular auditing of quality systems including verification of quality results and records
• Assist in the resolution of both internal and external complaints

About You

You are a proactive and analytical professional who enjoys working independently while collaborating with operational teams to achieve quality outcomes. You have strong problem-solving abilities, excellent attention to detail, and the confidence to positively influence others to uphold quality standards.

To be considered for the role you must have the following:

• Tertiary qualification in laboratory techniques and/or science (highly desirable)
• Experience in operating and maintaining laboratory instruments (desirable)
• Experience and/or working knowledge of HACCP, ISO9001 & ISO14001 highly desirable
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability and positive attitude
• Experience to operate and troubleshoot all laboratory equipment onsite, particularly AAS & UV-Vis
• Auditing and training desirable
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong numerical, analytical, and recording skills
• A Current driver's licenses

Applications close on 27 October 2026

We are committed to being values driven business and provide a workplace where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, and we welcome and encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds. We offer a supportive team environment with a great culture that provides real opportunity for someone to make their mark in this role. We are committed to being an employer of choice and pride ourselves on being a diverse and inclusive workplace. We know there are many aspects of our employees' lives that are important, and work is only one of these, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life.