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Salary- Sydney, NSW
- Job advertisements close 24/01/2024
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government’s economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by:
- Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions
- Investing in science and technology
- Strengthening the resources sector.
We are the Australian Government’s national authority on measurement. We play an important role in the Australian economy by leading, maintaining and regulating Australia’s measurement system. We deliver world-class measurement products, advice and client services and administer the regulatory framework for measurement. Our national measurement standards are recognised internationally, and we work to enhance and maintain these standards.
We value the different skills, knowledge and perspectives our employees bring. We’re committed to giving everyone an equal opportunity to participate, contribute and progress. Our values and behaviours centre on being Adaptable, Innovative, Accountable, Strategic, Inclusive and Influential.
The Analytical Services Branch consists of a team of over 100 staff based in North Ryde and Port Melbourne. We are responsible for conducting chemical and biological measurement on a wide range of samples (including water, soil, food and pharmaceuticals), performing a diverse range of tests (including elements, nutrients, organic contaminants and microbiological parameters). We provide analytical solutions and technical expertise for a large set of private sector and government clients across the environmental, food and health sectors, enabling them to meet their business, research and regulatory compliance needs. We also work closely with the tertiary education sector in Australia and have a number of international stakeholders.
What’s in it for you?
Working at NMI means you are joining one of the world leaders in measurement science. NMI has a diverse range of roles and priorities that will enable you to learn new skills and expand your career in interesting and exciting ways. As part of the department, employees at NMI are covered by the relevant enterprise agreement and benefits include:
- 15.4% employer superannuation contribution
- 4 weeks annual leave per year
- 18 days paid personal leave per year
- flexible working arrangements where possible
- access to staff counselling services.
Our ideal candidate
National Measurement Institute (NMI) is looking for a candidate with tertiary qualifications in science with an understanding, history of success and passion for both the technical and work processes of a laboratory operation. The successful candidate will seek to build leadership, interpersonal and communication skills and have a history of working well within a team. You will ideally have:
- Hands on experience and knowledge of sample preparation and analysis for trace elements within an environmental/food and pharmaceutical testing laboratory.
- Demonstrated current experience with analysing samples for trace inorganic analysis using ICP-AES and ICP-MS equipment. Including maintenance and troubleshooting of both instruments.
- Good knowledge and understanding of QA/QC requirements for NATA accredited testing laboratory and GMP environment.
- Strong ability to deliver high quality results under pressure in a busy laboratory environment.
- Demonstrated experience with working in a team environment to achieve mutual goals.
- Demonstrated ability to consistently exhibit the NMI values of being adaptable, accountable, innovative, inclusive, influential and strategic. This includes building and sustaining positive relationships with team members and other teams, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, leading by example and showing integrity by being honest, transparent and accountable.
The Instrument Analyst is responsible for sample preparation and routine analysis for trace elements and will possess the skills and experience required at the APS4 work level standard.
Our department has a commitment to inclusion and diversity, with an ambition of being the best possible place to work. This reflects the importance we place on our people and on creating a workplace culture where each and every one of us is valued and respected for our contribution. Our ideal candidate adds to this culture and our workplace in their own way.
What you will do
Main functions of the role:
- To undertake sample preparation of environmental and food/biota samples to allow trace elements analysis using ICPMS/ICPOES and CV-AFS instruments.
- To operate, maintain and troubleshoot ICPMS/ICPOES and CV-AFS instruments.
- To process data from instruments, check QA/QC data, use professional judgement. Assess whether data meets acceptance criteria and report results to clients. Capable of gaining signatory status to allow authorisation of trace elements results.
- Work in a team environment and prioritise work to achieve targeted turnaround times of results.
- To provide mentoring, on-the-job training and guidance on a range of analytical testing methods and instrumentation to the team members.
- Liaise with stakeholders and assist to resolve straightforward matters for example communicating with the service engineers to schedule service calls, obtaining consumables quotes from the suppliers etc.
Eligibility
The analyst must have significant experience in:
- a laboratory environment with a proficiency in instrument software and have demonstrated experience with troubleshooting and maintaining analytical instruments, specifically ICPMS and ICPOES.
To be eligible for employment in the APS and the department, candidates must be Australian Citizens.
Positions require a Baseline security clearance and successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.
Notes
A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette.
The department does currently offer flexible work opportunities for many roles. This vacancy is NSW - Sydney - North Ryde based, although flexible or remote work arrangements may be considered. Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss this further.
Application information
Your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. This includes in your application responses, CV and any other documents. The selection panel may not consider applications containing classified information.
Please provide a pitch explaining how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role and why you are the best candidate for the position. Your pitch can contain no more than 750 words and should align to the key duties listed above.
Please complete your application online and provide your current CV with your application. (CVs must be in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format).
Accessible application documentation is available in other formats on request. Please contact or (02) 6276 1235 if you require assistance with your application.
Please refer to our information for additional information on how to apply.
Contact Information
For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Justyna Garbowska on 02 9449 0254 or via email on justyna.garbowska@measurement.gov.au
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