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Form of workChemCentre is looking to create a pool of suitable skilled and experienced Team Leaders to fill immediate and future vacancies within our Scientific Services Division. We currently have a 2-year fixed term (full-time) vacancy for immediate start in our Inorganic Chemistry Team.
About us
ChemCentre is Western Australia’s leading provider of chemistry and forensic science services. We provide a comprehensive range of scientific services, working with a wide range of clients including Government Agencies, universities, industry and the general public. Through the provision of chemical information, advice and analytical services ChemCentre mitigates risk to the government, protects the community and the environment and supports sustainable development.
The Scientific Services Division provides services including complex chemical analyses, problem solving and investigative and collaborative research projects. These activities involve inorganic/organic chemistry applied to environment, public and occupational health, emergency response, state based industries and State development.
The Division also provides an analytical and consultative service to Government Departments and commercial agencies involved in health administration, agriculture and highly specialised analytical and advisory services.
About the role
As a Team Leader, you will manage the day to day operations of a team and provide effective scientific and people leadership to achieve ChemCentre’s operational objectives. Successful applicants will assist the relevant Section Manager with identifying and developing commercial opportunities and building productive relationships and strategic partnerships. You will also carry out and prepare reports on relevant analytical and/or scientific investigations including interpreting findings, and coordinate method development.
To be successful to the Pool, you will possess a relevant chemistry or science degree and have demonstrated scientific knowledge in relevant disciplines and investigations, and effective leadership and management skills.
Please refer to the Job Description Form (JDF) for all the role specific criteria.
Applicants deemed suitable to the Pool may be considered for similar fixed term or permanent positions (full time or part time) within 12 months from the date of finalisation, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or conversion to permanency subject to funding, conditions and performance.
Eligibility
Applicants will require Australian Citizenship, or Permanent Residency, National Police Clearance, WA Police Integrity Check and pass a Fit for Work test (completed prior to commencement).
How to Apply
Applicants are required to submit:
- A fully completed online application form (this generates when you select ‘Apply for Job’ button).
- Comprehensive CV with two recent referees
- Copies of your relevant chemistry or science degree (Essential criteria 1)
- Written statement (no more than 3 pages) demonstrating your ability to meet the following role specific criteria as listed below and in the job description form attached.
Selection Criteria 2: Demonstrated ability to apply expert scientific knowledge to relevant disciplines (organic or inorganic chemistry) and investigations.
Selection Criteria 3: Demonstrated effective leadership and management skills to develop staff in science (analytical chemistry) and laboratory operations and with the ability to build cohesive, high performing teams.
Selection Criteria 4: Demonstrated ability to identify and successfully implement new methodology and to initiate, lead, and manage research and/or investigative projects that enhance analytical capabilities.
The remaining role specific criteria will be assessed at a later stage of this recruitment and selection process.
To achieve our vision of being WAs leading provider of specialised chemical and forensic science services, ChemCentre is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our values of Technical Excellence, Innovation, Integrity and Respect.
During the selection process, you may be assessed on your ability to fulfill the responsibilities of this position in accordance with the values. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact the person named in this advertisement.
What we offer We offer the opportunity for you to be part of an innovative and supportive work environment with flexible work conditions in a modern and technologically advanced facility. ChemCentre provides opportunities for continuous professional development and learning as part of maintaining our high organisational calibre and accreditations.
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Salary packaging opportunities
Information
For more information about ChemCentre please visit www.chemcentre.wa.gov.au and for more information about specific job-related information contact David Lynch, Manager Inorganic Chemistry on 9422 9952. If you experience difficulties applying online, please email **@chemcentre.wa.gov.au and advise the position of interest.
The position is located in Building 500, Resources and Chemistry Precinct, Manning Road, Bentley on Curtin University Campus.
Substantive Equality Statement
ChemCentre is committed to attracting and retaining a culturally diverse workforce. We encourage Indigenous Australians, women, youth, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities to apply.
Interviews are scheduled to take place during the week commencing 29 May 2024
Closing Date: Applications should be submitted on or before Monday 8 April 2024 at 5:00 PM AWST.
LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
