Laboratory Attendant

About the company/role:
Our client is seeking a Laboratory Attendant to assist with a range of routine laboratory activities, including sub-sampling and basic chemistry testing, on a casual full-time basis from the 7th of April until the 30th of May.

Duties:

• Provide support to the Scientists and other Laboratory Services staff, including the provision of routine information.
• Perform basic/routine laboratory testing such as pH, conductivity, Alkalinity, and turbidity.
• Conduct sub-sampling of drinking water, environmental and sewerage samples, including their processing to preserve them correctly for later testing.
• Filter samples using a syringe filter.
• Maintain traceability of samples through the use of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Apply established practices and procedures.
• Conduct data entry of sample and result information into LIMS.

 
Skills/experience:

• A minimum of Certificate III in Laboratory Skills. If not held, must be obtained within 12 months from date of appointment.
• Possession of a current “C” Class Driver’s License.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory skills and methodologies, including an understanding of chemical water testing requirements.
• Ability to use a syringe filter (requires use of hands to apply some pressure and can be a repeated action).
• An understanding of basic chemistry titrations (pH, conductivity, Alkalinity, turbidity).
• Basic numeracy, written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to adapt to the use of non-Microsoft computer programs.
• Ability to understand and follow policies and procedures.
• The ability to complete tasks in a safe manner, using appropriate PPE and following established risk assessments and procedures.
• Proven ability to work independently and 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 Malia on 07 3175 0680.

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