AddressCompany Description
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.
In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 61,000 staff across a network of more than 1000 independent companies in over 61 countries and operating more than 900 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing. In 2022, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6.7 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Eurofins Environment Testing Australia New Zealand is an Environmental testing network of fully accredited laboratories. With a staff of over 200 our laboratories are located in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane, Auckland and Christchurch, with Client Service Offices located in Adelaide, Darwin, Newcastle and Wollongong. We also operate field sampling services out of Melbourne and Sydney. We specialise in all areas of Environmental analysis, including Contaminated Soil, Sludge, Sediments, Leachate, Soil Vapour, Trade Waste Effluents, Sewage Effluents, Stack Emissions, Work Place Air, Ambient Air, Dust, Drinking Water, Surface Water run off, River & Stream Monitoring, Seawater, and Groundwater.
- Permanent full time position
- Afternoon Shift (2:00 pm - 10:00 pm)
- Based in Welshpool, Perth
The Sample Splitting Technician will be responsible for assisting the laboratory function by ensuring all samples are appropriately prepared and analysed in a timely manner while assisting with various other laboratory duties, to achieve operational, customer and quality requirements.
Key accountabilities will include but not limited to:
- Prepare samples for analysis by mixing, blending and weighing, in accordance with sample/analysis requirements and preparation methods.
- Perform routine analysis, validations and project work in an efficient and effective manner.
- Ensure external and internal clients' requirements are met / exceeded.
- Ensure efficient utilisation of laboratory materials.
- Operate, calibrate and maintain equipment/instruments as required.
- Complete all quality control records in accordance with quality requirements and work instructions.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of their work area and processes, aiming for better safety, quality, turn-around-time and efficiency.
- Ensure all mandatory training are completed (E-Learning and Safety Hub)
- Act in accordance with the Eurofins Code of Ethics, and all other relevant policies and procedures, as updated from time to time.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following:
- Certificate / Diploma in Laboratory Techniques; or equivalent qualification; or significant laboratory experience.
- Experience in a commercial laboratory will be an advantage.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to structure thoughts deliberately, logically and directly.
- Knowledge of standard office applications, especially MS Word and MS Excel.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
- Ability to problem solve and work well under pressure.
- Proven organisational skills with an ability to follow procedures.
- Full working rights in Australia.
Additional Information
We will be reviewing applications as they are received, so if you believe you are ready for this exciting, challenging and rewarding position please apply as soon as possible by submitting your cover letter and resume that outlines your interest and suitability for the position.
Please note: Due to the volume of expected applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
This opportunity is only open to candidates who are eligible to work in Australia/New Zealand, and already have work rights or an appropriate working visa.
