Imagine your future with us At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. 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. Working at ALS Our people are our most valuable asset and drive our success at ALS. We are a diverse community of dedicated professionals 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. ALS is using the power of testing to solve complex challenges. With a passion for science, we serve clients with data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world. The Role The laboratory based in Newcastle has a Casual day shift position for an experienced Lab Technician to join our team. ALS offers exciting career opportunities in a successful, growing Australian-owned company with genuine global coverage. The successful applicants will receive training and support in the technical components and procedures of the role and a wide variety of laboratory processes associated with working in a modern laboratory. About the role/The day to day Responsibilities include: Preparing and performing laboratory testing Preparing analytical reports Demonstrating eagerness to learn and willingness to take on additional tasks as directed Working efficiently as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-production environment Diligently following safety standards, testing methods and quality processes The Essentials To be successful in this role you'll have: Tertiary qualifications or demonstrated work experience in a similar discipline (including TAFE certificates and diplomas) Worked in a similar production laboratory environment. A positive work attitude, a willingness to learn new skills and be a great team player. Confident communication skills Strong organisational and time management skills and ability to reorganise priorities quickly. Diligence in dealing with data and details and intermediate knowledge of MS applications. The Benefits Our benefits include: Opportunity to salary sacrifice car costs with Autopia Health fund (Bupa) 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. Apply For Job