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The Company
IMCD is a leading global distribution partner, formulator and solutions provider of specialty chemicals and ingredients. We have operations in over 60 countries and as we grow, we keep our founders’ entrepreneurial spirit intact, creating a world of opportunity. We are driven by our five core values: partnership, freedom to act, entrepreneurship, integrity & trust, and financial discipline.

At IMCD Coatings & Construction, our specialty raw materials drive performance, innovation and sustainability of paints, coatings, construction, adhesives, printing inks, textile, leather and paper formulations. We drive evolution by providing our customers with innovative thinking and customised solutions, using our comprehensive portfolio of additives, functional fillers, pigments, resins and specialty solvents.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Laboratory Specialist to join our team. The role is currently based in Warriewood and will relocate to our new Macquarie Park facility in November 2026.

Reporting Line: Business Unit Manager/Technical Business Development Manager and Regional Technical Director

Summary:

Executes and leads formulation and testing activities in autonomy

Supports customer projects through advanced technical problem-solving and
application development

Ensures quality, safety, and consistency in lab work, contributing to innovation
and continuous improvement

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct daily work in the lab in accordance within set rules,



budget and targets Contributes to customer projects and internal technical development via
- Develop and optimize formulations based on customer briefs and market trends
- Conduct advanced performance testing and interpret results to generate actionable insights, record data with accuracy and consistency in Alchemy
- Lead lab projects, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of results
- Support customer trials and troubleshooting with deep technical expertise
- Prepare GF & PHS based on project briefs
- Preparation of sales aid for customer visit / events / exhibition
- Execution of training in lab for sales team or customers
- Monitoring progress of technical projects generated by commercial team or PM , ensure work undertaken enables meeting internal KPIs associated to Technical support (e.g. won GM & Potential Margin from lab support)
- Propose current equipment that needed by Lab & Provide budget to BUM and regional technical director
- Share observations and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Lab Operations & Safety

Safeguard that all direct and indirect lab activities follow all relevant laws and regulations, as well as all targets set for company Quality, Safety,



Health and Environmental work

Maintain lab tidiness and cleanliness, follow safety protocols and ensure compliance with lab procedures
In charge of Maintain lab equipment

Monitor and keep lab inventory list updated

Work closely with teams to align lab work with project goals

Ensure work undertaken enables meeting internal KPIs associated to Technical support (e.g. won GM from lab support)

Document accurately and in full all results in Alchemy. Prepare reports and communicate findings clearly for internal and external stakeholders

Secure a good information flow by proper reporting to all who needs information through the correct reporting tool

To cooperate in a positive and constructive way with all colleagues within the IMCD Group

Support training of junior lab staff and contribute to technical knowledge sharing within the team

Requirements

Technically focused with a creative mindset, preferably 3-5yrs experience in lab support to coating or construction Industries/Markets ,

with experienced formulation skill

capability of technical problem -solving
ability of test results analysis and come out next level solution
embrace learning and innovation

autonomy and teamwork

Good skills in local language and English, both spoken and written

Bachelor degree major in Chemical engineering or Chemistry or any relevant discipline

Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, capable of working under pressure with good & positive attitude

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📌 Lab Specialist (Surry Hills)
🏢 IMCD
📍 Surry Hills