Laboratory Technician na Eurofins

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 62,000 staff across a network of more than 1000 independent companies in over 62 countries and operating more than 900 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing.  In 2022, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6.515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Eurofins Environment Testing Australia is an Environmental testing network of fully accredited laboratories. With a staff of over 200 our laboratories are located in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane and with Client Service Offices located in Adelaide, Darwin, Newcastle and Wollongong. We also operate field sampling services out of Melbourne and Sydney. We specialise in all areas of Environmental analysis, including Contaminated Soil, Sludge, Sediments, Leachate, Soil Vapour, Trade Waste Effluents, Sewage Effluents, Stack Emissions, Work Place Air, Ambient Air, Dust, Drinking Water, Surface Water run off, River & Stream Monitoring, Seawater, and Groundwater. 

• Full-time position available based at the Hobart, TAS site.

• Morning shift: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm.

• An extra 1.5% superannuation is paid on top of the standard national super rate.

• Graduates and entry-level applicants are welcome to apply—laboratory experience is preferred but not essential.

Reporting to the State Manager, this role is ideally full-time; however, for the right candidate we are open to part-time arrangements with some flexibility in working hours. The Laboratory Technician will primarily be responsible for: 

• Receive and log samples for analysis.

• Assist with microbiological analysis, including calculations and interpretation of results under supervision.

• Perform quality control tasks and ensure all procedures meet ISO 17025 and company standards.

• Coordinate consumables dispatch, sample dispatch, stocktake and warehouse management.

• Maintain laboratory and warehouse cleanliness and support laboratory projects.

• Uphold Eurofins’ Code of Ethics, Quality Systems, and safety policies.

• This role provides the chance to work with a leading global testing organisation, gaining exposure to both laboratory and operational functions while supporting national operations.

• Work well autonomously while maintaining high attention to detail and quality standards.

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• A Laboratory Technician qualification with environmental and/or microbiology experience (or equivalent experience in a laboratory environment).

• Previous experience working in a laboratory is preferred.

• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to multi-task.

• Strong customer service skills and the ability to handle client and time pressures.

• A proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to work safely and reliably as part of a team.

• Travel: A current driver’s licence is required; occasional local land-based travel will be required.

• Leave: Annual leave and conditions as per local legislation and Eurofins policies.

• Career Development: Eurofins offers a dynamic and growing environment, providing opportunities to develop your skills and take on increased responsibilities over time.

We will be reviewing applications as they are received, so if you believe you are ready for this exciting, challenging and rewarding position please apply as soon as possible by submitting your cover letter and resume that outlines your interest and suitability for the position.

This opportunity is only open to candidates who are eligible to work in Australia/New Zealand, and already have work rights or an appropriate working visa.