- Full time fixed term positions available until April
- Operating hours Monday to Friday Rotating Shifts (24 hour)
- December or January start date
- Must have full time availability January to April
- Fixed term (37.5hrs/wk 34 month contracts) hourly rate $26.15 super leave accrual
- Based in Hindmarsh South Australia
As a Sample Preparation Assistant you will be responsible for assisting the laboratory function by ensuring all samples are appropriately receipted sorted and prepared in a timely manner to achieve operational customer and quality requirements.
Reporting to the Sample Receipt & Preparation Supervisor the role will focus on:
- Grinding of soils & plant samples as well as accurately splitting soil samples
- Fine grinding soils using specialised equipment
- Working in the fastpaced sample receipt and preparation area
- Loading trolleys for the sample drying process
- Ensuring samples are completed in a timely manner and correct methods procedures and work instructions are adhered to
- Able to complete all quality control records in accordance with quality requirements and work instructions
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of their work area and processes as well as the overall efficiency and effectiveness of laboratory operations
Qualifications :
What we are looking for in individuals to join our team
- Physically fit and comfortable with manual tasks grinding of samples and lifting up to 7kg repetitively
- Ability to follow procedures with absolute attention to detail
- Willing to work as part of a team with emphasis on quality and safety
- Excellent numeracy written and oral communication skills
- Great organisational skills and ability to multitask
Experience in a commercial sample preparation laboratory would be advantageous but not a requirement to be successful in this role.
Rather previous experience working in a fastpaced environment (e.g. fast food/hospitality/warehouse) would be highly regarded/beneficial for this role.
Apply now!
Please include a cover letter addressed to our Laboratory Supervisor Nola Dodd outlining:
- Relevant experience working in a fast paced repetitive environment
- Confirmation of your full time availability between December and April
- Any working restrictions visas other work commitments etc
- Acknowledge you understand this role involves being on your feet all shift and repetitive lifting of samples and machinery
Additional Information :
Additional Information
All candidate CVs and cover letters will be reviewed however please note that we are not always able to respond to every expression of interest submitted.
This opportunity is only open to candidates who are eligible to work in Australia/New Zealand and already have work rights or an appropriate working visa.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Contract