10th October, 2024
Imagine your future with us
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When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive.
Our global team turns up each day with passion and commitment to do amazing things, always challenging our thinking to find ways to solve some of the world’s most complex problems for a safer, healthier world.
Our Geochemistry business has an opportunity for a Laboratory Manager for an immediate start in Orange, to strengthen the existing team and drive operations to the next level. Orange is a large regional city with a population of over 40,000 located in Central West NSW in an area renowned for its food production and in the heart of wine country. Reporting to the General Manager based in Brisbane, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the laboratory.
This is an ideal opportunity for a dynamic, enthusiastic, technically minded individual who has a hands-on approach to Laboratory Management to further develop their career in this field. This role offers an opportunity to gain exposure to a wide and varied range of management disciplines in a multi-faceted Geochemistry laboratory, including staff management, financial management and direct interaction with clients. The Orange laboratory is part of the global network of ALS Geochemistry laboratories and is well supported by the Australian Management team, and the Global Specialist teams.
ALS is currently experiencing significant growth and is actively developing succession plans for future Laboratory Management roles by seeking to engage and develop dynamic and motivated people. Over time, the successful candidate will be considered for future suitable opportunities within the business nationally and will be encouraged to develop their leadership toolkit by working in different locations and environments.
The day to day
* Daily management of the entire operation
* Developing and fostering client relations
* Overall quality, safety and site compliance
* Optimising turnaround time for samples
* Financial responsibilities
* Staff recruitment, retention and management
* Identify regional trends and assist in strategic planning
* Leading and motivating teams in a fast-paced lab environment
The Essentials:
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Sound analytical skills for reviewing and approving results and responding to client queries.
* Strong technical ability regarding laboratory equipment, including fire assay, AAS and ICP-AES experience.
* Demonstrated well-developed, hands-on people management skills with a strong desire to develop, mentor and motivate people will be essential.
* Formal qualification in chemistry, geology or related science discipline, or extensive experience in managing a busy Geochemistry laboratory.
* Postgraduate studies in Business Administration would be an advantage, but not essential.
* Quality control experience
* Strong safety culture and commitment to upholding high safety standards on site
This is an excellent opportunity to develop and demonstrate your skills in managing a high throughput, dynamic laboratory.
Working at ALS
Our people drive our success at ALS.
We are a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other.
At ALS, you’ll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential. We invest in our people with a range of programs and provide opportunities across the company, giving our people scope to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders.
We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and the communities where we work.
Our benefits include:
* Health fund discounts with Bupa
* Opportunity to salary sacrifice car costs with Autopia
* Corporate superannuation benefits with Australian Retirement Trust
* Online learning system with extensive modules of choice
* Friendly working environment with accessible management
* Influenza Vaccinations
* Opportunities to progress and develop your career within ALS, including global opportunities for suitable candidates
Everyone matters
ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.
About ALS
ALS is a global leader in scientific testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in more than 60 countries across a wide range of industries, including environment, food and beverage, mining, personal care, pharmaceutical, healthcare and equipment reliability. Using state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies, our dedicated international teams deliver the highest-quality testing services and personalised solutions supported by local expertise. We help our clients leverage the power of data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.
Eligibility
To be eligible to work at ALS you must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.
How to apply
Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.
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