AddressJOB REF: FER592244
- Are you looking to work in a large commercial laboratory?
- Do you want to take the next step in your laboratory career in a supportive and diverse work environment?
- Permanent, Full Time role based in Bibra Lake
Agriculture has come a long way over the past 110 years and CSBP has been there every step of the way. As part of this, CSBP Soil and Plant Analysis Laboratory has served the Australian agricultural industry for almost half a century enabling our customers to better understand, manage and optimise nutrient use.
Part of Wesfarmers Chemicals, Energy & Fertilisers, CSBP Soil and Plant Laboratory is one of Australia’s leading service providers for soil and plant analysis. We support informed decisions through analysis services that are facts-based, fast and fit for purpose.
We have seen a lot of change over the years, but the one constant has been our people and their dedication to continual discovery and collaboration. Our mission is to build a talented and engaged workforce through fostering an environment where diverse thinking, skills and experiences are welcomed.
About the role
Our CSBP Soil and Plant Analysis Lab is recognised around the world as a leader in soil and plant testing. With a highly skilled team, automated processes, robust methods and equipment, we analyse thousands of samples per day, ensuring fast turnarounds and quality results. This is a great opportunity for you to join the team, taking on responsibility for areas in the Laboratory, based on demand, to ensure quality and turnaround requirements are met.
This is a rare opportunity to join a dynamic team that will invest in your development and future. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Providing supervision and leadership to sections of the CSBP Lab under the direction of the Lab Analysis Supervisor
- Performing analysis of soil, plant and water samples and review results according to the laboratory’s procedures
- Using your technical knowledge to provide support to resolve operational problems
- Providing training to Lab Technician staff
- Prioritising your safety, and the safety of others in all practices
Do you have the following skills, capabilities and experience?
- A Bachelor of Science/chemistry or Certificate IV in laboratory techniques
- Previous experience working in a wet chemistry laboratory
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work with diverse groups of people
- Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail
- A passion for providing guidance, leadership and training to others
We value our employees by offering:
- Competitive remuneration with allocation of Wesfarmers shares and participation in our annual incentive plan
- Employer parental leave payment up to 18 weeks
- Inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and uniqueness of individuals
- Ongoing professional development and career opportunities across our diverse businesses and the Wesfarmers Group
- Access to a range of health and wellbeing initiatives including private health insurance discounts, our employee assistance program, annual flu vaccinations, support resources and our safety-first culture
- Salary sacrifice opportunities, including novated lease vehicle packaging
- Access to employee benefits across Wesfarmers including staff discounts at Bunnings, Kleenheat, Kmart, Target and Officeworks and Wesfarmers Arts sponsored events, free annual membership with OnePass (Catch.com.au) etc.
This is an outstanding opportunity to build your career in line with our clear vision for growth. At WesCEF, we offer you the opportunity to build the career you want. We are looking for people who are excited by the challenges of our business and variety this role offers. In return, we offer the recognition and rewards you deserve for making a real impact every day.
We are committed to building a positive and diverse workforce that is representative of the people who live in the communities where we operate. Fostering an environment where diversity of thinking, skills and experiences are embraced, delivering innovation and better business results. We welcome and encourage people from different backgrounds and particularly, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
Applications close: 5pm AWST Tuesday 21 May 2024.
Our recruitment process considers your alignment to our company values and the requirements of the role. We also have several checks which may be conducted to demonstrate your suitability for the role including but not limited to psychometric assessment, police checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, right to work check, qualifications, due diligence and/or reference checks.
