Chemical Manufacturing

Chemical Manufacturing

Hiring Technical Experts for Chemical Manufacturing Facilities 

With our unrivalled understanding of complex chemical processes, we place exceptionally skilled candidates into organizations engaged in the manufacture of chemicals and their derivatives.

As a key enabler of almost every value chain in Australia, Chemical Manufacturing is one of the country’s largest sectors, demanding highly skilled jobs in a candidate-short market. Whether you operate in raw materials, finished products, fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, or other chemical manufacturing operations – our international talent pools have got you covered.

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Our specialist consultants work across a vast number of industries with knowledge of core product ranges in the chemical manufacturing space including surfactants, petrochemicals, specialty polymers, adhesives and sealants or intermediates. We have built skilled chemicals talent pools against our in-depth mapping exercises and know exactly how to access the skills your organisation needs to remain competitive.

Evolve’s tried and tested recruitment methodology and first-hand chemical manufacturing experience enables us to mitigate complex recruitment processes for faster hiring, without compromising on the quality of the candidate.

From small family-owned Australian businesses to multinational enterprises, we find scientific personnel committed to sustainable chemical manufacturing processes:

Chemistry knowledge and expertise: Our broad chemical talent networks encompass individuals with advanced education, from bachelor's degrees up to Ph.D. level across chemical engineering, industrial chemistry, materials science, and more. Our consultants are skilled in engaging candidates and maintain ongoing professional development to stay up to date with the latest advancements in the chemical field.

Broad candidate reach: Through years of operation and a partnership with NES Fircroft, we will connect you to deep talent pools on an international level so you can access the right mix of technical knowledge, forward thinking mind sets and behavioural excellence in the recruitment process and for your business.

Safety and background checks: Where appropriate, our service goes beyond basic recruitment to incorporate organising relevant certification and security clearance for individuals undertaking sensitive job roles with high risk product ranges. 
Speed: When your margins and product output must stay as competitive as possible, we’re here to solve your hiring needs rapidly, ensuring your facility stays on track with top quality chemical hires.

We understand the combination of technical skill and personal motivators needed for scientific personnel to thrive in fast-paced chemical manufacturing:

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COMPLIANCE: Our talent networks keep track of ever-changing legislation, and will advise on requirements for local schemes, government authorities, and relevant standards, to ensure that your business remains compliant without jeopardising output. The QC/QA specialists we supply will implement comprehensive testing protocols, monitor your production processes, and manage all quality documentation to the best possible standard, whilst our Regulatory Affairs specialists will navigate governing regulations for chemical manufacturing and product distribution to keep your operation commercially viable.

SAFETY: Your Scientific and Technical staff play a crucial role in research, development, production, quality control, and safety assurance of chemicals and chemical products. Whether we’re sourcing Process Safety Engineers to identify potential hazards or develop emergency response plans, or EHS specialists to ensure that chemical manufacturing and disposal processes adhere to environmental regulations and safety standards, the talent we supply will manage your safety protocols, handle waste management, and mitigate potential hazards for a safer manufacturing facility and product.

ANALYTICAL SKILLS: We will secure professionals with exceptional analytical and troubleshooting skills to evaluate chemical samples and apply critical thinking when processing scientific data to make informed decisions about your business. Whether you seek to scale up your lab process to industrial levels or seek Chemists to conduct research and development for new chemical compounds, your critical data will be in safe hands and under stringent quality control.

INNOVATION: The future of the chemical industry relies on the utilisation of all available global resources, reducing waste products and protecting the planet. This global need is supported by national and international legislation in the form of The Industrial Chemicals Act, ISO9001 and EPA regulations – our candidates know this. The new ways of looking at polymers, composites, coatings, and other materials need experienced Materials and Research Scientists to both advance the understanding of chemical reactions, materials, and processes and to enhance your fundamental knowledge. Our talent pools will deliver these skills.

COLLABORATION: Our candidates know that true success in the chemical manufacturing field goes hand in hand with effective cross-team communication. The professionals we place know how to present ideas and liaise with different departments, sharing knowledge and meeting milestones whether translating laboratory-scale processes into viable industrial operations, offering technical support and troubleshooting, communicating the benefits of products or managing the movement of raw materials and finished products within the supply chain. 

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We’re experts at enhancing your Chemical Manufacturing operation through placing professionals into the following roles:

  • Chemical Engineers
  • Industrial Chemists
  • Process Development Scientist
  • Quality Control / Quality Assurance Specialists
  • Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Specialists
  • Analytical Chemists
  • Materials Scientists
  • Production Managers / Supervisors
  • Research Scientists
  • Instrumentation and Control Engineers
  • Regulatory Affairs Specialists
  • Supply Chain and Logistics Specialists
  • Process Safety Engineers
  • Technical Sales and Support

Latest Jobs

Environmental
Laboratory Technician
Type:
Contract 
Location:
Werribee, Victoria, Australia

About the role:Graduate level role; it will involve routine and repetitive sample preparation and testing in a soil testing facilityCasual contractMonday to Friday with standard working hoursCandidates must have a car.FRESH GRADUATES WELCOME TO APPLY AS FULL TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDEDMust be flexible to do either day/afternoon shiftsAbout your duties:Preparation of samples from customersBasic wet chemistry preparationsCalibrating Laboratory instrumentsGeneral housekeeping.About you:To be successful in this position you will have a Bachelor of Science (Chemistry)/Cert IV or an equivalent degree that incorporates some Chemistry subjects.Recent science graduates are encouraged to apply as full training will be provided.You will be a quality-focused individual with excellent attention to detail, have good communication skills and have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Apply!If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).  Or, if you have any questions, please contact Priyanka on 03 9040 1630. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
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OtherFood & FMCGManufacturing & Operations
General Manager
Type:
Full Time
Location:
Werribee, Victoria, Australia

About the company/role: Our client is Australia’s major independent analytical service providers with multiple laboratories in Australia. As they continue to grow, we are seeking a General Manager to join their team in Melbourne and play a pivotal role in ensuring the excellence of their products. Duties: The General Manager is required to ensure that the companies objectives related to service, accuracy and cost are achieved, and the policies on technical, commercial and administrative matters adopted by the Company.   Reporting to the General Manager are National Laboratory Operations Manager, National Quality & Technical Manager and National Client Services Manager. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES & OBJECTIVES:   Designing and implementing management structures in consultationDeveloping management to work as an harmonious teamMonitoring cost control, productivity and service performanceResolving industrial issues through direct involvement without delayPlanning and implementing training and development programmes for staffParticipating in the design of reporting systemsImplementing Total Quality Management procedures; andConducting management meetingsMake decisions taking into account work objectives and the implications of alternative Skills/experience:5-10 years of laboratory experience in multiple laboratory sectionsScience Degree majoring in Chemistry or a related discipline.Strong numeracy and financial skills. General preference and comfort in technical environments.Ability to build and structure business plans, submissions and initiatives.Desire to continually learn and improve.Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to structure thoughts deliberately, logically and directly. Apply! If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).   Or, if you have any questions, please contact Deborah Cusmano on 0451 056 185With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
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Admin, Customer Service & Finance
Scientific Administration Officer
Type:
Full Time
Location:
Woolloongabba, Queensland, Australia

About the company/role: Our client is a leading Australian radiopharmaceutical manufacturer who, due to expanding operations in Brisbane, are seeking a permanent full-time Scientific Administration Officer to join their team. This is a face pace, detail focused role what sits at the center of production, logistics and customer coordination. You will pay a key role in ensuring products are manufactured, scheduled and delivered accurately and on time, while support efficient use of production capacity and freight resources. Duties:Receive, process, and manage customer ordersPrepare and issue daily manufacturing schedulesGenerate product and shipment labelsPrepare Dangerous Goods documentation, air waybills, and shipping paperworkCoordinate with customers to confirm injection times, dose activity levels, and delivery requirementsLiaise with freight providers to organise transport and optimise shipment efficiencyMonitor and report on production capacity, freight utilisation, and sales accuracyIdentify opportunities to improve scheduling, logistics, and product utilisationEnsure activities align with GMP and regulatory requirements Skills & Experience:A Bachelor of Science or similar qualification (desirable, not essential)Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a time-critical environmentExperience with logistics, scheduling, or transport documentation (Dangerous Goods experience desirable)Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with customers, internal teams, and external service providersStrong Microsoft Office skills, particularly ExcelThe ability to work independently, apply sound judgement, and escalate issues when requiredA proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvementAn understanding of, or willingness to learn, GMP and regulated manufacturing environmentsApply! If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).  With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
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Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology
Production Chemist
Type:
Full Time
Location:
Buranda, Queensland, Australia

About the company/role: Our client is a leading Australian radiopharmaceutical manufacturer who, due to expanding operations in Brisbane, are seeking a permanent full-time Production Chemist to join their team. As a Production Chemist you will be part of a small, dedicated team, responsible for the production of radiopharmaceuticals, assisting with data analysis, reporting and documentation review/development. Due to the nature of the business, the successful candidate must be available to work early morning, day and night shifts on a rotating basis. Duties:Manufacturing radiopharmaceuticalsAssist with reagent preparation and testingAdherence to all operational procedures within the Quality Management SystemAssist with document development and reviewAssist in labelling, packing, dispatch and logistics as required If this sounds like you apply now as we are shortlisting immediately! Skills & Experience: To be considered for the Production Chemist position candidates must have:Tertiary qualifications in science or pharmaceutical Working knowledge of GMP guidelines and standards advantageous;High attention to detail and excellent record keeping skills;Excellent time management skills and a strong work ethic;Able to work early morning and night shifts.Apply! If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).    With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
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Manufacturing & OperationsPharmaceutical & Biotechnology
Manufacturing Operator - Afternoon Shift
Type:
Contract 
Location:
Braeside, Victoria, Australia

About the company/role:Pharmaceutical manufacturing organization with a strong presence in the Australian market.Seeking a Manufacturing Operator to join their team on an on-going contract basis.Afternoon Shift: 3pm - 11pmBased in the Southeastern Suburbs of MelbourneAttractive SalaryDuties: Reporting to the Manufacturing Supervisor, your duties may include:Dispensing raw materials and operating specialized machinery to manufacture pharmaceutical productsFollowing SOPs and complying with the highest standards of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)Completing the relevant documentation including manufacturing methods and batch recordsCleaning and sanitizing equipment, containers and utensilsPerforming material handling duties as requiredReporting any quality issues to the Team Leader or SupervisorMaintaining cleanliness and hygiene of the manufacturing areaAbout you:Previous experience as a Manufacturing/Blending Operator within the Pharmaceutical or Food Industry (highly regarded)Excellent attention to detail and time managementOutstanding work ethic and attitudeGreat communication skills with the ability to work as part of a team Apply! If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).  Or, if you have any questions, please contact Priyanka on 03 9040 1630.With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
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Pharmaceutical & BiotechnologyManufacturing & Operations
Manufacturing Operator (Night Shift)
Type:
Full Time
Type:
Contract 
Location:
Braeside, Victoria, Australia

About the company/role:Pharmaceutical manufacturing organization with a strong presence in the Australian market.Seeking a Manufacturing Operator to join their team on an ongoing casual contractNight Shift: 11pm - 7amFull time hoursBased in the Southeastern Suburbs of MelbourneAttractive SalaryDuties:Reporting to the Manufacturing Supervisor, your duties may include:Dispensing raw materials and operating specialized machinery to manufacture, mix/blend pharmaceutical productsFollowing SOPs and complying with the highest standards of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)Completing the relevant documentation including manufacturing methods and batch recordsCleaning and sanitizing equipment, containers and utensilsPerforming material handling duties as requiredReporting any quality issues to the Team Leader or SupervisorMaintaining cleanliness and hygiene of the manufacturing areaAbout you:Previous experience as a Manufacturing/Blending Operator within the Pharmaceutical or Food Industry (highly regarded)Excellent attention to detail and time managementOutstanding work ethic and attitudeGreat communication skills with the ability to work as part of a teamApply!If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed). Or, if you have any questions, please contact Priyanka on 03 9040 1630.With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
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Manufacturing & OperationsPharmaceutical & Biotechnology
Manufacturing Operator
Type:
Contract 
Type:
Full Time
Location:
Braeside, Victoria, Australia

About the company/role:Pharmaceutical manufacturing organization with a strong presence in the Australian market.Seeking a Manufacturing Operator to join their team on an on-going contract basis.Day shift: 7am-3pmBased in the Southeastern Suburbs of MelbourneAttractive SalaryDuties:Reporting to the Manufacturing Supervisor, your duties may include:Dispensing raw materials and operating specialized machinery to manufacture pharmaceutical productsFollowing SOPs and complying with the highest standards of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)Completing the relevant documentation including manufacturing methods and batch recordsCleaning and sanitizing equipment, containers and utensilsPerforming material handling duties as requiredReporting any quality issues to the Team Leader or SupervisorMaintaining cleanliness and hygiene of the manufacturing areaAbout you:Previous experience as a Manufacturing/Blending Operator within the Pharmaceutical or Food Industry (highly regarded)Excellent attention to detail and time managementOutstanding work ethic and attitudeGreat communication skills with the ability to work as part of a teamApply!If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed). Or, if you have any questions, please contact Priyanka on 03 9040 1630.With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
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Environmental
Laboratory Technician
Type:
Contract 
Location:
Geelong, Victoria, Australia

About the role:Graduate level role; it will involve routine and repetitive sample preparation and testing in a soil testing facilityCasual contractMonday to Friday with standard working hoursCandidates must have a car.FRESH GRADUATES WELCOME TO APPLY AS FULL TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDEDMust be flexible to do either day/afternoon shiftsAbout your duties:Preparation of samples from customersBasic wet chemistry preparationsCalibrating Laboratory instrumentsGeneral housekeeping.About you:To be successful in this position you will have a Bachelor of Science (Chemistry)/Cert IV or an equivalent degree that incorporates some Chemistry subjects.Recent science graduates are encouraged to apply as full training will be provided.You will be a quality-focused individual with excellent attention to detail, have good communication skills and have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Apply!If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).  Or, if you have any questions, please contact Priyanka on 03 9040 1630. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
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Environmental
Laboratory Technician
Type:
Contract 
Location:
Werribee, Victoria, Australia

About the role:Graduate level role; it will involve routine and repetitive sample preparation and testing in a soil testing facilityCasual contractMonday to Friday with standard working hoursCandidates must have a car.FRESH GRADUATES WELCOME TO APPLY AS FULL TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDEDMust be flexible to do either day/afternoon shiftsAbout your duties:Preparation of samples from customersBasic wet chemistry preparationsCalibrating Laboratory instrumentsGeneral housekeeping.About you:To be successful in this position you will have a Bachelor of Science (Chemistry)/Cert IV or an equivalent degree that incorporates some Chemistry subjects.Recent science graduates are encouraged to apply as full training will be provided.You will be a quality-focused individual with excellent attention to detail, have good communication skills and have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Apply!If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).  Or, if you have any questions, please contact Priyanka on 03 9040 1630. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
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OtherFood & FMCGManufacturing & Operations
General Manager
Type:
Full Time
Location:
Werribee, Victoria, Australia

About the company/role: Our client is Australia’s major independent analytical service providers with multiple laboratories in Australia. As they continue to grow, we are seeking a General Manager to join their team in Melbourne and play a pivotal role in ensuring the excellence of their products. Duties: The General Manager is required to ensure that the companies objectives related to service, accuracy and cost are achieved, and the policies on technical, commercial and administrative matters adopted by the Company.   Reporting to the General Manager are National Laboratory Operations Manager, National Quality & Technical Manager and National Client Services Manager. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES & OBJECTIVES:   Designing and implementing management structures in consultationDeveloping management to work as an harmonious teamMonitoring cost control, productivity and service performanceResolving industrial issues through direct involvement without delayPlanning and implementing training and development programmes for staffParticipating in the design of reporting systemsImplementing Total Quality Management procedures; andConducting management meetingsMake decisions taking into account work objectives and the implications of alternative Skills/experience:5-10 years of laboratory experience in multiple laboratory sectionsScience Degree majoring in Chemistry or a related discipline.Strong numeracy and financial skills. General preference and comfort in technical environments.Ability to build and structure business plans, submissions and initiatives.Desire to continually learn and improve.Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to structure thoughts deliberately, logically and directly. Apply! If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).   Or, if you have any questions, please contact Deborah Cusmano on 0451 056 185With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
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