Job Description

About the Company:

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This is a newly created role within a global industrial manufacturing group operating across the industrial and mobility fluids sector. The business is a fully integrated manufacturer and solutions provider, specialising in the formulation, production, contract packaging, and distribution of chemical products used across a wide range of industrial applications.

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With operations spanning Australia, North and South America, China, and India, the organisation is recognised for delivering innovative, high-quality chemical solutions supported by robust technical capability and advanced manufacturing systems. Its portfolio of iconic brands powers vehicles, industries, and homes in over 40 countries.

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The Australian operations form part of a broader international group, with a strong focus on product integrity, innovation, and practical, science-led solutions.

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About the role:

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This role suits an experienced chemist who enjoys being hands-on in the laboratory while also contributing to project work across all product lines, including new product development (NPD), formulation support and product improvement initiatives.

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You will work closely with a collaborative technical team, supporting knowledge sharing, mentoring and helping build capability across the laboratory. This is not a highly corporate or hierarchical environment, the team values people who are down‐to‐earth, supportive, easy to work with and genuinely collaborative.

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Please note: For the first 4 weeks, this role will be based on day shift (10am - 6pm) to ensure thorough onboarding, training, and integration into the team and processes. Following this period, the role will transition to the afternoon shift (Mon–Thu 2.30pm–11pm, Fri 12pm–6pm - shorter shift on Fridays).

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Key Responsibilities

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- Conduct laboratory testing of raw materials, in-process samples,



and finished products using HPLC, GC, Ion Exchange, ICP and wet chemical techniques.
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- Contribute to NPD, formulation development, and product improvement projects across multiple product lines
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- Support and guide junior chemists and technicians in a collaborative, team-based way
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- Assist with troubleshooting formulation and quality issues
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- Investigate customer complaints through laboratory testing and root cause analysis, working closely with production and quality teams to implement effective corrective actions
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- Participate in and support quality systems and audit activities
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- Foster a positive, supportive and cooperative laboratory environment
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About You:

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We are looking for someone who is technically strong a great team fit.You will bring:

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- A degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Science, or a related discipline
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- Minimum 5 years' experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment
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- Hands‐on experience with GC and HPLC
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- A collaborative, down‐to‐earth approach and robust team mindset
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- Willingness to support and guide others in a practical, approachable way
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- Strong attention to detail and problem‐solving ability
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- Comfort working in a fast‐paced environment
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What's on Offer

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- Opportunity to grow within a global manufacturing organisation, with potential future opportunities to collaborate, travel, or work across interstate operations in Australia and internationally across the company's 17 global manufacturing sites.
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- Hands‐on laboratory role combined with project‐based work across multiple product lines
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- Friendly, supportive, and genuinely collaborative team culture with regular team activities and engagement initiatives
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- Employee value program including novated leasing, discounted health insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and flu vaccinations
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- Structured onboarding and ongoing training and development.
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📌 Industrial Chemist - Manufacturing (Queensland)
🏢 Ke Select
📍 Queensland