At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.

When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future. 

About the Role: 
ALS Food & Pharmaceutical Division in Scoresby, Melbourne have a modern laboratory equipped with the latest in analytical technology. 

We have two entry level opportunities as Laboratory Technicians to become part of the pharmaceutical team on a permanent basis. These hands-on roles involve preparing, blending, and weighing samples, ensuring accurate results within holding times, completing paperwork, and maintaining efficient and safe lab operations to meet client turnaround goals.

These are permanent, fulltime positions with one team member required Monday to Friday 10:30am to 6:45pm and one team member for Tuesday to Saturday 10:30am to 6:45pm. 

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

• Processing pharmaceutical samples for analysis

• Ensuring samples are analysed within holding times

• Weighing and checking samples

• Fast-paced work with accuracy required

• Blend food samples 

• Completion of paperwork 

• Ensuring client turnaround times are met

• Ensuring the laboratory operates in an efficient and safe manner

• Housekeeping tasks

• Daily ad hock tasks 

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

• Minimum of a laboratory certificate or qualification in science

• Ability to undertake reasonable overtime as required

• Involved in daily housekeeping of the laboratory

• A strong commitment to client service

• Ability to work well in a team orientated environment

• Good communication and organisational skills

• Dedication to good laboratory practices with regards to quality of results and health and safety

• Previous experience in a high throughput, client-focused environment, preferred

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.

Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence. 

At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us. 

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.

Everyone Matters

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request. 

Eligibility
To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.

How to apply
Please apply on-line and provide a resume & cover letter that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.