About the company/role: We are currently seeking a
Laboratory Technician to join our client’s pilot-plant at their stage one precursor production facility based in
Yarwun, Gladstone. This is a 6-month casual assignment with the likelihood of extension or permanency. This position requires 12-hour shifts covering both days and nights to support the clients 24/7 operations.
As a Laboratory Technician, you will form and integral role in ensuring product quality is maintained. Primarily responsible for receiving, testing and analysing samples and maintaining lab equipment.
PLEASE NOTE: Applicants will be required to undertake a full medical assessment; drug screening and police check to be eligible for this role. Duties:- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment according to operating guidelines using SOPs, supervisory input, instrumentation and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Record all data and results in specified formed with accuracy and responsibility
- Perform laboratory sample preparation and analysis according to standard procedures, make observations and interpret findings
- Troubleshoot issues with laboratory equipment and assist with process plant issues
Skills/experience: - Bachelor’s degree in Science/Chemistry or significant experience within a laboratory environment
- 2 years’ experience within a chemical handling/process laboratory environment
- Experience with SOPs and regulatory standards
- Experience and knowledge of quality management systems and processes
- Excellent attention to detail
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 the Simon on 07 3175 0680 or simon.taylor@evolvescientific.com.au 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.