About the Company
Our client is a well-established Australian business providing specialist laboratory testing and technical support services to the industrial manufacturing sector. Supporting customers across metal finishing, electroplating and industrial processing industries, the company is currently expanding its laboratory capability and seeking a motivated Laboratory Analyst to join the team. Working alongside an experienced PhD-qualified Analytical Chemist, this position offers genuine technical development and exposure to real-world industrial chemistry applications.
About the Role
We are seeking a hands-on Laboratory Analyst to support daily laboratory operations and analytical testing activities. This is an industrial laboratory role suited to candidates with a background in chemistry, analytical chemistry, chemical science or a related discipline who are comfortable working independently and operating laboratory equipment with minimal supervision. You will be responsible for receiving client samples, performing routine laboratory analysis, conducting wet chemistry procedures, operating analytical instruments and accurately reporting results. The role offers exposure to industrial laboratory testing and the opportunity to see how laboratory results directly influence customer manufacturing and production processes.
Key Responsibilities
Receive and prepare customer samples for laboratory analysis
Perform routine wet chemistry testing and analytical procedures
Conduct titrations and chemical analysis in accordance with laboratory procedures
Operate analytical instrumentation including HPLC, ICP, UV-Vis, XRF and related laboratory equipment
Prepare reagents, standards and calibration solutions
Record, calculate and report analytical results accurately
Maintain laboratory records and technical documentation
Perform routine calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment
Assist with quality control testing and product evaluation activities
Investigate and report non-conforming or out-of-specification results
Maintain laboratory housekeeping and safety standards
Support technical activities and laboratory projects as required
About You
Qualification in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Science or a related discipline
Practical laboratory experience within an academic, industrial, environmental, mining, manufacturing or commercial laboratory
Exposure to analytical instruments such as:
ICP-OES / ICP-MS
HPLC / IC
UV-Vis
XRF
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Experience performing wet chemistry techniques and titrations
Solid attention to detail and analytical skills
Ability to work independently and manage testing workloads
Strong documentation and reporting skills
Commitment to laboratory safety and quality standards
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