Laboratory Supervisor
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What you'll do
- Delegate tasks equitably among sample preparation and laboratory technicians on a daily basis.
- Monitor laboratory productivity to ensure all samples progress efficiently and on schedule.
- Track and report the laboratory's consumable stock levels weekly.
- Notify the manager promptly when consumables need to be reordered.
- Coordinate the return of samples and waste materials to clients, ensuring timely action and adherence to proper procedures.
- Ensure all team members consistently follow Health and Safety procedures in all laboratory areas.
- Support sample sorting, preparation, and reading processes as needed.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records related to sample submission, preparation progress, and archiving.
- Ensure all results are delivered to clients on time and in line with contractual agreements.
What they're looking for
- Knowledge of acid extraction methods and the ability to recognize various sample types.
- A solid understanding of analytical procedures.
- Familiarity with sample preparation procedures.
- Experience with AAS and XRF operation and laboratory techniques.
- Proficiency in using CCLAS EL LIMS.
- Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities.
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Full description from employer
Company Description
SGS Australia is a leading provider of Testing, Inspection, and Certification services, supporting multiple industries across the country with trusted expertise and technical excellence. Backed by SGS’s global legacy of over 140 years, we operate one of the largest networks of accredited laboratories and field facilities in Australia, with a network of more than 50 offices and laboratories and over 1,600 employees across Australia. We are accredited by NATA and ISO 9001, ensuring our services meet both Australian and international standards.
Job Description
SGS has an exciting opportunity for a full time Laboratory Supervisor, this is a FIFO position with a 2 weeks on 2 weeks off roster.
The Laboratory Supervisor will oversee all aspects of the laboratory, including the following key accountabilities, however not limited to:
- Delegate tasks equitably among sample preparation and laboratory technicians on a daily basis.
- Monitor laboratory productivity to ensure all samples progress efficiently and on schedule.
- Track and report the laboratory's consumable stock levels weekly.
- Notify the manager promptly when consumables need to be reordered.
- Coordinate the return of samples and waste materials to clients, ensuring timely action and adherence to proper procedures.
- Ensure all team members consistently follow Health and Safety procedures in all laboratory areas.
- Support sample sorting, preparation, and reading processes as needed.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records related to sample submission, preparation progress, and archiving.
- Ensure all results are delivered to clients on time and in line with contractual agreements.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess:
- Knowledge of acid extraction methods and the ability to recognize various sample types.
- A solid understanding of analytical procedures.
- Familiarity with sample preparation procedures.
- Experience with AAS and XRF operation and laboratory techniques.
- Proficiency in using CCLAS EL LIMS.
- Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities.
Additional Information
WHY WORK FOR SGS?
Working at SGS means joining an innovative, Global company. Here are some of the benefits to working for SGS.
• As a company, we have embraced the shift to flexible work
• Sustainability is embedded in our culture and the way we do business
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time for volunteering day and blood donations
• Corporate health & wellbeing offers
• Ongoing learning & development
• Career development opportunities (Nationally and Globally)
• SGS Rewards: Our employee benefits platform with access to retail and online discounts and cashback
COME TO WORK AND BE 100% YOU
SGS Australia supports a diverse workforce, we encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. Providing employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is an important part of our SGS Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). We truly believe the diversity among us will continue to foster a strong, innovative, and forward-thinking workplace.
SGS Australia acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
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