Senior Lab Analyst

Visy; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stability & Security

Development Opportunities

Innovative Environment

Job summary

Visy’s Technical Centre in Coolaroo is seeking a Senior Lab Analyst / Materials Engineer to lead lab method development and complex material investigations across pulp, paper, board and packaging materials. You will combine laboratory expertise, technical leadership and data-driven problem solving to influence manufacturing and product decisions.

This role offers opportunities to mentor Laboratory Analysts, develop SOPs and support continuous improvement in Australia’s leading recycling and

Qualifications

• Experience leading laboratory investigations and method validation.
• Ability to design and execute material investigations and optimisation projects.
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
• Excellent communication with stakeholders and mentoring capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and validation of laboratory test methods for pulp, paper, board, recycled fibres and packaging materials.
• Design and execute material investigations and raw material optimisation projects for innovation and cost reduction.
• Conduct failure investigations and provide technical troubleshooting for manufacturing, product quality and packaging performance issues.
• Analyse complex laboratory and production data to deliver actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Provide technical leadership by training Laboratory Analysts, developing SOPs and promoting best-practice standards.
• Represent Visy in industry and standards development initiatives while supporting continuous improvement across processes.

Skills

Lab method development

Data-driven analysis

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Degree in Chemical, Materials or Mechanical Engineering or related Science

Job description

• Work at the forefront of materials science, packaging and recycling.
• Apply your expertise to high-value research and optimisation projects.
• Contribute to real improvement projects and collaborate with specialists across the business.

Join Visy’s Technical Centre in Coolaroo and play a pivotal role in advancing the performance, sustainability and quality of our paper and packaging products. As a Senior Lab Analyst / Materials Engineer, you'll combine laboratory expertise, technical leadership and data-driven problem solving to influence critical business decisions across manufacturing, recycling and product development.

This is an opportunity for an experienced laboratory professional to lead complex materials investigations, develop innovative testing methodologies, support operational excellence initiatives, and mentor the next generation of laboratory talent within Australia's leading recycling and manufacturing business.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the development and validation of laboratory test methods for pulp, paper, board, recycled fibres and packaging materials.
• Design and execute material investigation, research and raw material optimisation projects that support innovation and cost reduction.
• Conduct failure investigations and provide technical troubleshooting for manufacturing, product quality and packaging performance issues.
• Analyse complex laboratory and production data, delivering clear recommendations and technical insights to business stakeholders.
• Provide technical leadership by training and mentoring Laboratory Analysts, developing SOPs and promoting best-practice laboratory standards.
• Represent Visy in industry and standards development initiatives while supporting continuous improvement across laboratory and operational processes

What You Will Bring:

• Degree qualification in Chemical, Materials or Mechanical Engineering, or a related Science discipline.
• Solid experience in a laboratory, research or technical investigation environment.
• Strong understanding of pulp, paper, board or fibre-based packaging materials and manufacturing processes.
• Proven expertise in laboratory method development, experimental design and data-driven analysis.
• Advanced troubleshooting, root cause analysis and project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and mentor technical teams.

What you’ll love when you join us:

• Stability & Security: Long-term career opportunities with an industry leader.
• Development Opportunities: Support, upskilling, and career progression pathways.
• Innovative Environment: Be part of a cutting-edge, high-tech facility.

About Visy

Visy is powering the circular economy, closing the loop between packaging, remanufacturing and recycling. Over 75 years, we've grown to 7,000 employees and 150 global operations – predominately in Australia and New Zealand.

We believe materials are not recycled until they’ve been made into new products. We collect and sort recyclable materials like paper, cardboard, glass, plastics and metals from households and businesses, and locally remanufacture them back into new, sustainable packaging. From cardboard boxes, water bottles and jam jars to food and beverage cans, we are using recycled content to power Australia and New Zealand’s food and beverage packaging industry.

You will be required to meet Visy’s employment criteria, which will include a criminal history check.

Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.