Assistant Lab Manager

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.

When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future. 

About the Role
ALS Water have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Laboratory Manager to join our Canberra team. 

The Assistant Lab Manager will play an important role supporting the Laboratory Manager in the day to day running of our Canberra lab. This role is ideal for someone with sound judgement and a focus on continuance improvement.

This is a 12-month fixed term contract, full-time position - Monday to Friday, flexible hours between 8:00am and 6:00pm

The day-to-day:

• Support the Laboratory Manager in the day-to-day operation of the laboratory, including workflow prioritisation, turnaround time optimisation, and workload management

• Manage staffing levels, cross-training, and resource planning to ensure efficient laboratory operations

• Act as internal Project Manager for special projects as required

• Provide technical support and timely communication to clients regarding analytical methods, holding time issues, and sample queries

• Coordinate urgent work orders and facilitate load shedding in conjunction with the Sample Receipt Coordinator

• Drive continuous improvement in productivity, efficiency, safety, and teamwork

• Ensure compliance with HR, health, safety, and environmental practices, including recruitment, induction, performance management, and staff development

• Assist with administrative coordination of the laboratory and act as Laboratory Manager in their absence

• Ensure analytical data quality meets or exceeds company and market standards, supported by well-maintained laboratory equipment

• Assess QA/QC audit outcomes and drive continuous improvement initiatives

• Maintain a thorough understanding of ALS HSE policies and safety/environmental requirements, ensuring full compliance with company standards and current state OHS legislation

• Provide a safe working environment through appropriate equipment, prompt reporting and rectification of compliance concerns, and leading a strong safety and sustainability culture

The Essentials:

• Tertiary qualifications in science (preferably Chemistry), or a related field

• 5 years demonstrated laboratory experience

• Experience in and ISO 17025 accredited laboratory

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• A strong customer focus

• An understanding of basic business principles

• Excellent computer literacy

• Confidence and ability to use own initiative

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

• Demonstrated supervisory abilities

• Responsive to organisational and team needs.

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.

Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence. 

At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us. 

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.

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.

ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request. 

Eligibility
To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.

How to apply
Please apply on-line and provide a resume & cover letter that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.