• Earning capacity of over $60k per year with shift/weekend allowances
• Staff benefits including free parking
• Opportunities for career development

ALS is using the power of testing to solve complex challenges. With a passion for science, we serve clients with data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.

The Role:
The Geochemistry Division in Malaga (Perth–North) is seeking a Senior Laboratory Assistant to become part of a team that strives to exceed customer expectations by delivering quality results on time.

The role will be Full Time, and the primary responsibilities are for the operation and calibration of ICPMS and/or ICP-OES instrumentation.

The role will be day shift while training takes place. But, the successful candidate is expected to be available for a weekly rotating shift roster involving days, afternoons and occasional weekend work.

The Day to Day:
The successful applicants will undertake a range of duties, including the following:

• Analysis of samples using ICPMS and/or ICP-OES instrumentation
• Perform instrument/equipment calibration and maintenance as required
• Trouble-shooting of instrument/quality issues
• Calibration of standards and instrument QC solutions
• QC raw data review of results
• Ensuring that client turn-around times are met
• Once training is complete, be able to work autonomously
• Other duties as the role progresses

The Essentials:
The successful candidate will possess the following skills and abilities:

• A tertiary qualification or Diploma in a Chemistry related field is preferred
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain focus
• Previous or similar instrumentation experience is desirable
• Be able to work within a team environment
• Be able to multi-task and produce accurate results
• Be willing to work shift work

Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

The Benefits:
At ALS, we believe that the people we employ are what makes ALS the great company it is today. We offer many benefits to staff, including and not limited to:

• Health fund discounts with Bupa and HCF.
• Opportunity to salary sacrifice car costs with Autopia.
• Corporate superannuation benefits with Australian Retirement Trust
• Online learning system with extensive modules of choice.
• Friendly working environment with accessible management.
• RISE gender equity and Mentoring program
• Virgin Australia, Microsoft, Hertz and HSBC discounts.
• Influenza Vaccinations and access to an EAP.
• Opportunities to progress and develop your career within ALS, including global opportunities for suitable candidates.

We actively support a diverse workforce and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.