Laboratory Technician
Job No:
CA3032063
Location:
Gladstone
Based in coastal Central Queensland, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Laboratory professional to join Cement Australia's largest site in Gladstone for a short-term period, until approximately end of March 2022, to cover a period of maternity leave (as is the nature of maternity leave coverage this period may change depending on the incumbent).
Our Laboratory Technicians are crucial to maintaining the quality control for the Gladstone operations and ensuring equipment and solutions are properly maintained to meet accreditation requirements. This is a great opportunity for someone who has a positive attitude, takes accountability for their work and likes to demonstrate initiative around quality and continuous improvement.
About the role
Our laboratory performs testing for the construction industry. As a member of the team, you will rotate through different stations at various intervals to safely complete routine testing and analysis. This can include manual testing of various products as well as chemical analysis. Safety is a priority and you would be expected to not only comply but contribute to a safe work environment.
Reporting to the Laboratory Team Leader, this is a full time maximum-term opportunity to cover a 7-8 month period of maternity leave. The position operates 38 hours per week, M-F (7am to 3.30pm - flexible for the right candidate), including on-call after hours support one week per month. At the conclusion of the MAT leave coverage, potential opportunities may exist for part-time work for a further period, or full-time employment.
Key components of the role include:
- Comply with and participate in an environment that promotes safety
- Carry out routine testing of cement, concrete and related products
- Conduct non-routine testing of cement, concrete and related products
- Calibration and maintenance of equipment
- Housekeeping within the laboratory
- Conduct analysis as part of investigations
- Interpret data generated and analyse and solve technical problems in conjunction with Team Leaders
About you
To be considered for this role, you will have:
- A Cert IV in Laboratory Techniques or other related discipline
- Proven experience in a Laboratory role within a heavy industrial, manufacturing or mining environment
- Ability to analyse and solve technical problems and interpret data
- Previous experience in a construction laboratory would be advantageous
- Knowledge of NATA rules and regulations
- Knowledge of the quality management system ISO 9001 & ISO 17025 (desirable)
- XRF experience (desirable)
- An understanding of laboratory instrumentation will be highly regarded
- Good level of computer literacy, i.e. Microsoft Office
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience in report writing (preferred)
- You will also be available for on-call after hours support one week per month, which includes 2-3 hours work onsite on a Saturday
About us
An icon of the Australian cement industry, Cement Australia is the nation’s leading supplier of cementitious products and services. Whilst cement is in the name, the business portfolio is diverse, comprising a series of industrial manufacturing operations, coal and limestone mines, bulk distribution transport fleet, rail and shipping interactions, and hazardous waste treatment and alternative fuel production.
Our vision is to create a safe, healthy, productive and sustainable business and are looking for like-minded individuals who align with our company values and have a focus on supporting a positive safety culture.
Next Steps
If this sounds like you, please submit your resume via ‘apply’ or through our website.
As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete a pre-employment medical and a background check.
Cement Australia is an Equal Opportunity employer and open to residents of Australia with valid working rights. Please apply directly as submissions from third party recruitment agencies will not be accepted at this time.
Build your dream career and lifestyle with one of Australia’s largest and most respected cement manufacturers and innovators. Come and join the team that is building Australia together!