Technical Officer

Sa Sa Health; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 71,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Benefits

Annual Leave

Health and Fitness Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

SA Health in Adelaide is seeking a Technical Officer within the Food and Environmental Laboratory to support high-quality diagnostic laboratory services. You will undertake routine laboratory activities including specimen reception, processing samples using automated and manual techniques, preliminary evaluation and reporting of results, data processing, and maintaining supplies.

At TGO 1 level, you will work independently and as part of a team, collaborating with SA Pathology staff and external

Qualifications

• Qualified and technically capable, with a Diploma or Advanced Diploma in an approved and recognised qualification, supported by knowledge of laboratory principles, science and laboratory practice.
• Organised and reliable, with the ability to work under limited supervision, follow instructions, prioritise competing tasks and complete variable workloads accurately and within defined timeframes.
• Collaborative and service-focused, with general laboratory experience, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and work positively within a team and with customers.
• Professional and adaptable, with good numerical, keyboard and computer skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to handle confidential information while maintaining a strong commitment to Work Health and Safety.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a range of routine laboratory activities including specimen reception, processing diagnostic samples using both automated and manual techniques, preliminary evaluation and reporting of results, data processing, specimen dispatch and maintaining laboratory supplies.
• Work closely with colleagues across SA Pathology, applying your technical knowledge, experience and skills to established practices and procedures while ensuring a high standard of accuracy, efficiency and service.
• At TGO 1 level, you will work both independently and as part of a team, using your knowledge and experience to undertake a broad range of technical activities and contribute to technical projects.
• You will collaborate with laboratory and medical staff, supervisors and external clients, communicating professionally about specimens, testing and results and providing information to authorised health professionals when required.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Diploma or Advanced Diploma in a recognised qualification

Job description

SA Health
Job reference: 948366
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Statewide – SA Pathology

• SA Pathology - Adelaide
• Salary TGO-1 $70,878 - $76,623 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Permanent, temporary, full-time and part-time positions

About the role

As a Technical Officer within the Food and Environmental Laboratory, you will play an important role in supporting the delivery of high-quality diagnostic laboratory services that contribute to the health and wellbeing of the community. Working as part of a skilled and collaborative team, you will undertake a range of routine laboratory activities including specimen reception, processing diagnostic samples using both automated and manual techniques, preliminary evaluation and reporting of results, data processing, specimen dispatch and maintaining laboratory supplies. You will work closely with colleagues across SA Pathology, applying your technical knowledge, experience and skills to established practices and procedures while ensuring a high standard of accuracy, efficiency and service.

This is an opportunity to build on your technical expertise while contributing to a supportive and purposeful laboratory environment. At TGO 1 level, you will work both independently and as part of a team, using your knowledge and experience to undertake a broad range of technical activities and contribute to technical projects. You will collaborate with laboratory and medical staff, supervisors and external clients, communicating professionally about specimens, testing and results and providing information to authorised health professionals when required.

About You

You will bring a practical laboratory focus, a commitment to quality and a collaborative approach to this role. We are looking for someone who can work confidently within established procedures while using initiative, sound judgement and strong communication skills to deliver reliable outcomes.

• Qualified and technically capable, with a Diploma or Advanced Diploma in an approved and recognised qualification, supported by knowledge of laboratory principles, science and laboratory practice.
• Organised and reliable, with the ability to work under limited supervision, follow instructions, prioritise competing tasks and complete variable workloads accurately and within defined timeframes.
• Collaborative and service-focused, with general laboratory experience, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and work positively within a team and with customers.
• Professional and adaptable, with good numerical, keyboard and computer skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to handle confidential information while maintaining a strong commitment to Work Health and Safety.

About us

Statewide Clinical Support Services (SCSS) is a unique public healthcare organisation that serves health consumers and provides specialist clinical services to the health system in South Australia. SCSS encompasses BreastScreen SA, SA Dental, SA Medical Imaging, SA Pathology, and SA Pharmacy. Come and work with us to improve the health and well-being of South Australians, across all age groups and at any time of their life or health need.

What we offer

• Salary Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and supportive services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity and inclusion

Statewide supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Application Information

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Job ref: 948366

Enquiries to:

Robert Cox, Medical Scientist

Phone: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Sunday 13 September 2026

Attachments

948366 RD Technical Officer.pdf

Flexibility Statement

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.