AddressLaboratory Assistant
Requisition Number: 164
Salary Range: $57,114.75 - $69,853.20 pro-rata per annum
Position Type: Permanent Part-Time
Location: 8 MacNamara Street, Cairns
Application Close Date: Sunday, 2 June 2024 at 11.30pm AEST
- Are you looking for an exciting career in a Local Government organisation?
- Do you enjoy being a part of a team?
- Are you enthusiastic about providing quality customer service?
If you answered yes to these questions, then we would love to hear from you!
Primary Objective of the Position:
Performing as an integral part of a team in the analysis of water samples to meet the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025: General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories.
Fun Fact!
Laboratory Services is a NATA accredited facility providing a range of chemical and microbiological testing services for public and private customers across Far North Queensland.
Our Ideal Candidate Has:
- A certificate in Laboratory Techniques, or relevant chemistry related science qualification or equivalent from a recognised educational institution. Or at least one (1) year’s Laboratory Assistant experience.
- Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work co-operatively as part of a team.
- Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory safety and chemical hazards or ability to acquire.
- Has excellent customer service.
Your Team:
We are a skilled and dedicated professional team of scientists and technical staff who are passionate about understanding the needs of our customers. We enjoy working together with our new and existing clients to provide the best possible outcome across all testing services.
Some benefits we offer:
- Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
- Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
- Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
- Up to 3 weeks personal leave
- Secure your future with 12% superannuation contributions
- Salary sacrifice opportunities
- Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
- Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave
We are committed to:
- Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
- Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
- Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support
Now we want to hear about YOU!
Applications MUST be submitted through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.
For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.
Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:
- Phone: (07) 4044 3***
- Email: ****@cairns.qld.gov.au
- Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council
