CareerPlan

Laboratory Technician

Gladstone, QueenslandFull-time2026-10-08 → 2026-10-22

Core

Analyze samples, prepare chemical solutions, and maintain laboratory equipment to ensure product quality and safety in a greenfield aluminium production facility.

Role type

shift laboratory technician (chemical/process)

Builds

ultra-high purity aluminium materials (oxides, hydroxides, nitrates) for advanced industries

Domain

advanced manufacturing / metallurgy / chemical processing

Required skills

sample analysis, chemical handling, equipment operation and calibration, quality control, reagent preparation, waste disposal, safety compliance

Preferred skills

laboratory technology qualification, chemical handling experience, quality management systems knowledge, industrial safety procedures

Technologies

laboratory analytical equipment, chemical storage systems

Responsibilities

Organize and store chemicals and compressed gases safely; conduct routine and non-routine sample analysis; prepare chemical solutions of known concentrations; maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment; ensure safe disposal of contaminated waste; adhere to safety, risk, and environmental rules; report quality issues to senior staff.

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC