Laboratory Technical Officer

Requisition Number: 1334

Salary Range: $79,898.21 - $94,452.29 per annum

Position Type: Full Time Permanent

Location: MacNamara Street, Cairns

Application Close Date: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 11.30pm AEST

Are you passionate about science, quality, and delivering meaningful outcomes for the community?

Join Cairns Regional Council's Laboratory Services team and play a vital role in ensuring the quality and safety of water, environmental, and laboratory testing services that support our region.

What You’ll Do:

As a Laboratory Technical Officer, you'll work in a NATA-accredited laboratory environment, conducting analytical testing, maintaining quality standards, and supporting the delivery of reliable scientific results. Whether you're an emerging laboratory professional or an experienced technician looking for your next challenge, this role offers the opportunity to develop your technical expertise while contributing to services that make a real difference.

What We’re Looking For:

- Degree qualification in a relevant discipline and at least two years' relevant laboratory experience or alternatively, a tertiary qualification in a relevant scientific discipline / equivalent combination of experience, education and training.
- Current Queensland Class C Driver Licence.
- Experience working in a laboratory environment.
- Knowledge of NATA-accredited laboratory quality systems.
- Strong computer skills,



including experience with databases and spreadsheets.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Some benefits we offer:

- Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
- Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
- Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
- Up to 3 weeks personal leave
- Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave
- Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
- Salary sacrifice opportunities

We are committed to:

- Fostering a cooperative and inclusive work environment
- Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
- Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Now we want to hear about YOU!

Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.

For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.

Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:

Phone: (07) 4044 3310

Email: [email protected]

Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council

📌 Laboratory Technical Officer (Cairns)
🏢 Cairns Regional Council
📍 Cairns