If you enjoy being involved in every step of laboratory work, then a career as a Laboratory Technician may be the perfect fit for you. As a Laboratory Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of experiments, while also maintaining and organising laboratory equipment.

Laboratory Technician job profile

As a Laboratory Technician, you will play a crucial role in the scientific and medical field by supporting laboratory operations and conducting various experiments and analyses. You will be responsible for conducting experiments, analysing samples, maintaining equipment, and ensuring strict adherence to safety guidelines. Your attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to work with precision will contribute to the success of research projects and the advancement of scientific knowledge.

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Conditioning Monitoring Technicians

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 3 years

As a Condition Monitoring Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring the reliability of plant equipment through vibration analysis, thermography, and ultrasonic testing. Your expertise in condition monitoring will support the plant's performance, helping identify potential issues before they become problems. Duties: Perform preventative maintenance tasks as directed by the Supervisor or other team leaders Follow work schedules and comply with work instruction documents Maintain tooling and equipment to a high standard, ensuring serviceability Ensure calibration requirements for all test equipment are kept up to date Maintain Condition Monitoring databases with relevant equipment details, in accordance with company standards and guidelines Actively communicate and escalate any plant equipment issues to the Supervisor and Leadership Team in a timely manner Complete all required training within the timeframe provided, including role-specific training, technical courses, VOC's, and mandatory safety courses Identify hazards and take immediate action to rectify, logging hazards in the BMS system Adhere to and contribute to individual and department KPIs Raise detailed Notifications in SAP for materials, labor, and equipment allocation Attend breakdown and break-in tasks as directed by the leadership team Contribute to the development and updating of work instruction manuals (PRTs/SWIs) Lead installations of permanent condition monitoring technologies (e.g., accelerometers) and associated cabling

Lube Technician

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 3 years

As a Lubrication Technician at the FMG Iron Bridge Ore Processing Facility, you will play a vital role in ensuring the optimal performance and longevity of equipment through effective lubrication practices. This exciting opportunity allows you to contribute to the maintenance and reliability of a wide range of machinery, focusing on lubrication systems, testing, and routine inspections, while working alongside a dedicated team of professionals. This position requires a strong technical background in lubrication systems, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to troubleshooting. Experience in a mining or industrial environment is essential, along with excellent communication skills to support collaboration with maintenance teams and ensure seamless operations. Duties: Enhance equipment reliability and lifespan through the application of lubrication best practices Proficiently operate various test equipment for routine and non-routine lubrication functions Execute planned lubrication activities, utilizing specialised test equipment for accuracy Complete all planned lubrication work orders in a timely and efficient manner Collect and dispatch lubrication samples for analysis, acting on the results to implement corrective actions Participate in lubrication change-outs and assist with the maintenance of dispensing equipment and automatic lubrication systems Contribute to the replacement of breathers and filters, ensuring system efficiency Maintain accurate records of recommendations, actions taken, and equipment procurement

Track Maintenance Technician

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 3 years

As a Track Maintenance Technician, you will play a critical role in maintaining and improving rail systems that drive operational success. Reporting to the Track Maintenance Supervisor, this position involves working within an 5-person track team to ensure safe and efficient rail operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in challenging and rewarding work in a fast-paced environment while prioritising safety and collaboration. Duties: Perform turnout refurbishments to maintain and improve track alignment and functionality Replace Insulated Rail Joints (IRJ) to ensure track safety and performance Conduct ballast remediation to maintain proper track stability and alignment Carry out mobile flashbutt welding for rail defect removal and joint integrity Address rail defects with precision and safety at the forefront Operate work trains, including ballast hoppers and rail trains, where required Coordinate and communicate effectively with the team to integrate mechanical maintenance and repairs into overall operations

Field Service Technician

Location: Brisbane

Branche: Machine & Plant Design

Expertise: Communications & Distribution

Experience: 2 years

Performing maintenance, Engine overhauls, diagnostics, and repairs on power generation equipment, including generators, engines, and related systems. Troubleshooting technical issues and implementing effective solutions to minimise downtime and ensure peak performance. Collaborating with a skilled team to execute preventive maintenance schedules and inspections. Maintaining accurate records of services performed, parts used, and repairs completed. Adhering to safety protocols and industry regulations while working in diverse environments, both on-site and in the field.

Drill Fitter

Location: Brisbane

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Transport & Logistics

Experience: 3 years

In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing drilling equipment on a mine site in Papua New Guinea. You will be working in a FIFO capacity, with a roster of 22 days on and 20 days off. 6-12-month contract with high possibility of extending. You will report to the Maintenance Superintendent and work alongside a team of experienced technicians.

Shutdown Process Engineer

Location: Perth

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Quality Management

Experience: 4 years

Responsibilities include: Work in a team to provide an Engineering interface between the Shutdown Team and Perth based Frontline and Strategic Engineering team. Support shutdown scope challenge and prioritisation, review of shutdown work packs that require engineering sign-off and deliver technical support to facilitate execution of shutdown including return to service within planned durations. Lead and support the development of plans for third party vendor services including nitrogen provision and decontamination. Provide offshore representation of the Engineering support teams, understand and seek out concerns raised by Operations technicians related to engineering processes. Responsible for the timely action and closure of Audit Actions, Notifications, Deviations, and Change Requests Comply with Temporary MOC assurance and monitoring tasks. Execute assurance activities as defined by the Assurance Plan. Identify & implement improvement opportunities to reduce inconsistency in recovery and restart durations and reduce overall duration. Responsible for contributing to Shutdown related RBI, HAZOP and Risk Assessments. Challenge requirement for non-value-added activities, include SAA's, Maint Plans and Items.

Refrigeration Mechanic - Processing

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 3 years

You will report to the Electrical Supervisor of Ore Processing Facility and work closely with other teams to maintain the highest operational standards in the facility. You will be in charge of: Demonstrate an overriding commitment to health, safety, environmental responsibility, and sustainable development at all times Undertake preventative maintenance inspections of plant and equipment in the Ore Processing Facility Ensure adequate scoping of corrective work to facilitate the planning process Cultivate positive relationships through effective communication and consultation with the team Take a proactive role in maintaining appropriate standards of behaviour Participate within the Ore Processing Facility Maintenance team to implement business plans consistent with site strategies/plans Monitor the maintenance work plan and escalate unplanned or non-routine activity to the Supervisor Perform all aspects of planned, breakdown, and shutdown activities in regard to Ore Processing Facility maintenance

Laboratory Technician responsibilities

Laboratory Technicians play a crucial role in receiving, testing, analysing, recording, and reporting test results. To thrive as a Laboratory Technician, it's important to be thorough in carrying out your duties. Their primary duties and responsibilities include:

 

  • Analyse various samples, such as blood, toxic, and tissue, by designing and executing laboratory testing according to standard procedures.
  • Conduct experiments using refined scientific methods to verify or reject hypotheses under defined conditions.
  • Organise and store chemicals, substances, fluids, and compressed gases according to safety instructions.
  • Maintain accurate records of data and results in both paper and electronic formats.
  • Perform maintenance on laboratory equipment and assist in ordering necessary supplies.
  • Enforce strict safety guidelines, ensuring a clean and orderly laboratory environment.

Laboratory Technician qualifications and skills

To become a successful Laboratory Technician, you’ll need a degree in a relevant scientific field, such as Biology, Chemistry, or Biochemistry. A combination of education and relevant work experience may also be considered.

 

The following skills are also important to have to become a successful Laboratory Technician:

 

Laboratory Skills: Proficiency in laboratory techniques, equipment operation, and knowledge of scientific procedures is essential. Familiarity with various analytical instruments and software used in laboratory settings is a plus.

 

Attention to Detail: Precise measurement, observation, and accurate recording of data are crucial aspects of a 

Laboratory Technician's role. Attention to detail and meticulous work habits are highly valued in this profession.

 

Analytical Thinking: The ability to analyse and interpret complex scientific data, troubleshoot experimental issues, and propose logical solutions is critical. Strong analytical skills will aid in drawing meaningful conclusions from research findings.

 

Communication Skills: Effective communication, both written and verbal, is essential to collaborate with team members, present research findings, and write comprehensive reports. The ability to convey technical information clearly and concisely is highly valued

 

Time Management: The capacity to prioritise tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines is vital in a laboratory setting. Efficient time management skills will ensure the smooth progression of experiments and research activities.

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