Institute of Health and Nursing Australia – Melbourne VIC

The Institute of Health and Nursing Australia (IHNA) is a nationally recognised Registered Training Organisation committedto delivering high-quality, flexible and industry-relevant education across the healthcare and community services sectors. IHNA offers nationally recognised qualifications designed to equip students with practical skills and knowledge for successful careers, while also providing pathways for further academic progression through university articulation.

About The Role

The Laboratory Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating the effective day-to-day operation of laboratory facilities that support course delivery and student learning. The role oversees laboratory equipment and resources, inventory and procurement, maintenance, safety and compliance requirements, and risk controls, ensuring laboratory facilities remain safe, compliant, well-maintained and appropriately resourced. Working closely with academic and operational teams, the Laboratory Manager supports resource planning, quality assurance and continuous improvement to ensure laboratory operations effectively meet teaching and learning requirements.

About Us

The Institute of Health and Nursing Australia (IHNA) is a nationally recognised Registered Training Organisation committedto delivering high-quality, flexible and industry-relevant education across the healthcare and community services sectors. IHNA offers nationally recognised qualifications designed to equip students with practical skills and knowledge for successful careers, while also providing pathways for further academic progression through university articulation.

About The Role





The Laboratory Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating the effective day-to-day operation of laboratory facilities that support course delivery and student learning. The role oversees laboratory equipment and resources, inventory and procurement, maintenance, safety and compliance requirements, and risk controls, ensuring laboratory facilities remain safe, compliant, well-maintained and appropriately resourced. Working closely with academic and operational teams, the Laboratory Manager supports resource planning, quality assurance and continuous improvement to ensure laboratory operations effectively meet teaching and learning requirements.

Key Responsibilities

- Oversee the maintenance, calibration and validation of laboratory equipment, ensuring equipment remains functional, reliable and fit for purpose.
- Maintain a safe and compliant laboratory environment, implementing appropriate safety protocols and supporting compliance with relevant Australian regulatory and accreditation requirements, including NPAAC requirements where applicable.
- Manage laboratory inventory, equipment and consumables, ensuring adequate availability to support academic delivery while maintaining effective stock control.




- Support student learning and engagement by ensuring laboratory facilities and resources are appropriately prepared and available for practical training and hands-on learning activities.
- Manage laboratory resources, budgets and scheduling effectively to support efficient day-to-day operations.
- Provide timely laboratory support for research and academic activities, including access to required equipment, materials and resources.
- Maintain accurate monthly performance and operational reporting and participate in regular performance review meetings with the relevant manager.
- Monitor laboratory operations and provide relevant reports and updates to senior management.
- Identify operational, safety and compliance risks and implement appropriate corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support IHNA’s broader compliance obligations under applicable ASQA Standards, ANMAC Enrolled Nurse Accreditation Standards, the National Code and other relevant regulatory requirements and legislation.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant discipline, such as Medical Laboratory Technology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or a related field
- Professional certification or recognition as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, or equivalent - desirable.

Experience

- Relevant experience in laboratory management or laboratory operations.
- Demonstrated experience managing laboratory equipment, resources, quality systems, safety and compliance requirements.
- Previous supervisory or management experience is highly desirable.
- Experience within an education, healthcare, pathology or related laboratory workplace will be highly regarded.

Skills & Attributes

- Strong leadership, organisational and laboratory management skills.
- Sound knowledge of relevant

📌 Laboratory Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Institute of Health and Nursing Australia
📍 Melbourne