AddressAt ALS, we encourage you to dream big.
When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive.
Our global team turns up each day with passion and commitment to do amazing things, always challenging our thinking to find ways to solve some of the world’s most complex problems for a safer, healthier world.
The role
The Tribology Business Stream in Canning Vale is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our valued team. Your role involves the analysis of oil, coolant, fuel and grease samples in our state of the art NATA accredited oil analysis laboratory.
The day to day
- Labelling and unpacking samples
- Sample registration
- Routine sample testing including
- ICP-OES
- FTIR
- Viscosity
- Particle Counting
- Colour analysis
- Acid base titrations
- Karl Fischer Titrations
- Basic equipment calibration
- Work as part of a team comprised of Laboratory Technicians, technical support staff and leadership
- Perform housekeeping duties as required
- Work to safety guidelines according to policies and procedures
- Ability to move and lift racks and boxes in the 5-10kg range
Full training will be provided to the successful candidate through an incremental structured training program. This is a great opportunity to start or progress your laboratory career.
The essentials
To be successful in this role you will:
- Be a team player who enjoys working within a group environment
- Have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment under reasonable pressure
- Have excellent communication skills
- Have great attention to detail
- Be willing to work a reasonable amount of overtime when required
- Previous experience using a LIMS would be desirable but not essential
- Cert IV or diploma in Laboratory Techniques or similar is advantageous
Our people drive our success at ALS.
We are a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other.
At ALS, you’ll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential. We invest in our people with a range of programs and provide opportunities across the company, giving our people scope to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders.
We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and the communities where we work.
- Our benefits include:
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.
Everyone matters
At ALS, we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate, live and gather as employees. 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. We aim to reflect the diverse communities in which we work and encourage applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, persons living with disability and LGBTQ+.
About ALS
ALS is a global leader in scientific testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in more than 60 countries across a wide range of industries, including environment, food and beverage, mining, personal care, pharmaceutical, healthcare and equipment reliability. Using state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies, our dedicated international teams deliver the highest-quality testing services and personalised solutions supported by local expertise. We help our clients leverage the power of data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.
Eligibility
To be eligible to work at ALS you must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.
Additional information
- State of the art NATA accredited laboratory
- A close knit team that celebrates diversity and inclusion
- ALS has sustainability targets which are currently being achieved
