Water Quality Analyst Level 2

Complete Staff Solutions has an opportunity for a Water Quality Analyst Level 2    with Sydney Water

Purpose of the Role:

Perform routine and non-routine collection and/or analyses of samples from a variety of environments, using a range of equipment in accordance with procedures to meet customer quality and time expectations and regulatory and operational requirements, with minimal or no supervision.

Responsibilities of the role: 

• Perform sampling or analytical roles, as appropriate to the business area and depending on the team the employee is assigned to.  Tasks may include operation and calibration of scientific instrumentation, collecting samples, receiving samples, Preparation, extraction, concentration, digestion and analysis of soil, sediment and spoil (modified to combine point 12) samples.
• Routine chemical or biological analysis of water and wastewater products in accordance with procedures
• Operate field or laboratory instruments and equipment in accordance with training and instruction
• Laboratory instruments and equipment include TOC, O&G, BOD, FIA, IC, HPLC and GC with specific detectors (FID and ECD), spectrophotometer, robot, PCR and IMS, (and AAS, ICPAES, ICPMS and GCMS under supervision) - will be removed – Lab managers to include in Job specific area
• Identify problems and undertake problem solving and troubleshooting appropriate to level 
• Check relevant data entry for accuracy, report unusual results and issues immediately to a Supervisor, Team Leader or Manager 
• Ability and willingness to learn new tasks, methods, instruments and equipment, as appropriate 
• Complete tasks on time, to expected quality and at the expected cost (when known) 
• Work cooperatively with team members to ensure customer requirements are met and operations are efficient 
• Provide on-the-job training to other staff as required 
• Demonstrate continued willingness to continuous improvements, cross train and be amenable to rotation through all areas of Laboratory Services, as appropriate. 
• Where appropriate, receive samples in accordance with procedures 
• Carry out tasks related to quality management system, e.g., doc review, audits, instrument calibration checks as required and in accordance with training provided 
• Work safely, undertake risk assessments and report hazards and incidents, knowledge of handling and storage of potentially hazardous materials
• Need to be available for additional out of hours, shift work or to be on call. Must be available to work on a rostered basis on weekends and public holidays. 
• Must be available to work at other locations as required
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail whilst managing competing demands 
• Ability to lift up to 10kg
• Ability to use computers and tablets and associated software, including Microsoft Windows, Lab information management System (LIMS) and Office and various mobile devices 
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills 
• Demonstrated ability to complete tasks with minimal or no supervision 
• Senior First Aid certificate or willingness to obtain to meet operational requirements 
• Willingness to obtain recommended vaccinations
• Willingness to cross train and be amenable to rotation through all areas of your laboratory as a priority and Laboratory Services, as appropriate
• Willingness to work from a separate location if needed eg: Business Continuity Plan location
• A relevant tertiary qualification (Degree and/or Certificate in Science) or demonstrated experience working in a field or laboratory environment under quality accredited conditions in a relevant discipline
• Check relevant data entry for accuracy, report unusual results and issues immediately to Senior Analyst or Supervisor
• Suitable fitness for duty in their area of work 

Qualifications:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in the field of chemistry or experience within a related scientific discipline or applicable experience in a commercial lab 

Experience:

• 1-2 years Commercial Lab experience
• Sample preparation for chemical tests e.g. Nutrient total nitrogen and total phosphorus

If this sounds like you, APPLY NOW by emailing your resume to Daniel at *****@completestaff.com.au. Alternatively, should you wish to discuss this role, please call Daniel on 02 8820 0***.

Complete Staff Solutions is an agency based in Parramatta providing recruitment solutions to Sydney organisations.

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