Laboratory Assistant

Details of the offer

Location: Hamilton City

Employment Type: Permanent

Applications Close: 14 November

Are you Hamilton City Council's next Laboratory Assistant?
We're looking for a Laboratory Assistant to join us in our Shared Services team. If you think it could be you, let's talk.

What does a day in this job look like?
Based in Hamilton at the Council's accredited laboratory, our Sampling and Analysis team provide sampling and analytical services to multiple councils in the Waikato Sub-Region. The team undertakes water sampling, equipment calibration and maintenance, and physical, chemical and biological testing of natural, treated and waste waters.

As well as learning and performing sampling, testing and calibration methods, you will have the opportunity to participate in the development of standard operating procedures and make recommendations for improvement, and help the team maintain its IANZ accredited sampling and testing scope.

Hours of work are between 7.00am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday, usually 7.30am - 4.00pm. On rare occasions may be required to assist with work on public holidays, weekends and on-call duties.

This job is for you if you:

Are familiar with calibration and maintenance of laboratory testing equipment.

Can use laboratory computer systems, adopt new technologies and recommend improvements.

Have a strong eye for detail, able to keep clear records and follow documented methods.

Build positive working relationships and are a clear communicator.

Bring a can-do attitude with a solution-focused approach to challenges.

Skills and experience we are seeking:

Diploma in Science or equivalent experience.

Previous experience in a laboratory.

A current and clean full driver's license (class 1).

What's the salary?
Salary from $58,000 per annum which is negotiable based on skills and experience.

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Note that we'll be shortlisting as we receive applications – so don't muck around!

As a council, we believe in creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and belongs. We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga) – we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that everyone brings. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to positively influence the lives of the community so that Hamilton's full potential can be unlocked making it the best place to be. It is important to us that we support you throughout our selection process (interview and assessments). If you have any access needs during this process, let us know in advance so we can make sure these are met.

This role is being sourced directly. If/where Hamilton City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our panel of selected agencies. Hamilton City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to unsolicited contact.

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