Supervisor Laboratory

Tianqi Lithium Energy Australia; Shire Of Broomehill-Tambellup; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading lithium production company in Australia is seeking a Supervisor Laboratory Operations to oversee lab activities at their Kwinana refinery. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of laboratory experience, adept in advanced laboratory instrumentation, and enjoy leading teams. This full-time role offers a mix of 12-hour shifts to support a collaborative environment focused on safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 7 years’ experience in a commercial, mining or production Laboratory.
• 3 years’ experience in a similar position.
• Strong practical experience in advanced laboratory instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of Laboratory Technicians and coordinate daily operations.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality data for lithium production.
• Lead method development and validation projects.

Skills

Laboratory instrumentation operation

Supervision and training

Data analysis and interpretation

Education

Diploma in Laboratory Techniques or related degree

Tools

LIMS

ICP-OES

ICP-MS

XRF

Automated Titrators

Job description

Overview

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TLEA is seeking a full-time Supervisor Laboratory Operations to join our team at the Kwinana refinery. This role operates on an even-time shift roster, with a mix of 12-hour day and night shifts, offering a balanced schedule.

As a key member of our Laboratory team, you’ll be responsible for coordinating daily operations, supervising a team of Laboratory Technicians, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality data that supports our world-class lithium production. You’ll also play a vital role in maintaining safety, quality, and continuous improvement standards across the lab.

This is an exciting opportunity for a technically skilled and people-focused leader who is ready to take the next step in their career. You’ll work closely with the QA Coordinator and Laboratory Shift Supervisors, lead method development and validation projects, and foster a collaborative and high-performing team culture.

We’re looking for someone who lives our values of distinction, pragmatism, honesty, tenacity, and innovation—and who brings a proactive, solutions-focused mindset to everything they do.

• Promote a strong safety, mental health and work ethic through demonstrated personal behaviour and commitment to safety and the environment.
• Provide supervision, training and support to Laboratory personnel to ensure quality standards, productivity targets and legislative requirements are met.
• Co-ordinate, prioritise and delegate tasks to ensure efficient completion of analyses to meet turnaround times.
• Create projects, register jobs, enter data, review results and generate reports using the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Monitor statistical data and control charts and initiate corrective action when outside of acceptable limits.
• Operate and perform maintenance on Laboratory equipment. Troubleshooting equipment breakdowns and liaise with vendors and Maintenance Planners to arrange for external repairs when required.
• Maintain stock of laboratory parts and consumables. Place stock orders and purchase requests as required.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• 7 years’ experience in a commercial, mining or production Laboratory
• 3 years’ experience in a similar position of a commercial, mining or production Laboratory
• Strong practical experience in the advanced operation and maintenance of laboratory instrumentation such as ICP-OES, ICP-MS, XRF, IC and Automated Titrators
• Diploma or higher in Laboratory Techniques (preferred – further qualifications in chemistry or related degree)
• Experience with ISO 17025 systems will be highly valued.
• Be willing to work shift work

Location

TLEA proudly acknowledges and the Whadjuk and Gnaala Karla Boodja people of the Noongar Nation, as the traditional custodians of the Kwinana area, where we operate our plant.

Kwinana is 38 km from the Perth central business district, 20 km from City of Fremantle and just 7km from Rockingham.

How to apply

To find out more about this unique opportunity, please submit your application by 12 September 2025 by clicking the 'Apply' button. All applications and discussions will be kept strictly confidential.

Applicants are advised that the shortlisting and interview process may commence before the closing date.

At Tianqi Lithium Energy Australia, we embrace and recognise the value of diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We welcome and encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Science

Industries

• Mining

We are committed to providing a work environment that is inclusive and respectful. This description has been refined to remove boilerplate and ensure clear, job-focused information.