ALS Environmental Laboratory in Newcastle are looking for a Team Leader - Field Sampler to join our well-established Laboratory. Apply today.
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The role The ALS Environmental Division in Newcastle is seeking a full-time Sampling Team Leader to lead and supervise a dynamic team, ensuring quality, efficiency, and compliance in sampling operations while fostering teamwork and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, client-focused environment. The successful applicant will receive on-the-job training in the technical components and procedures of the role, plus a wide variety of laboratory processes associated with working in a modern microbiological laboratory.
The day to day The Sampling Team Leader is responsible for:
Supervising staff within the section. Ensuring all duties within the section are conducted in accordance with the Quality Procedures Manual and keeping up to date with changes in methodology. Maximising efficiency and productivity in the section. Ensuring resources are utilised effectively and efficiently. Minimising wastage (e.g. field kit powder sachets). Optimising work hours for efficient sample collection. Addressing staff morale and performance issues, informing the business manager/laboratory manager/senior chemist, where necessary. Printing sample labels, run sheets, and coordinating the allocation of runs. Assisting in coordinating sampling out of normal hours and during events. Prioritising work received for the section. Approving all section order requests. Training and developing section staff. Notifying the business manager/laboratory manager/senior chemist of deviations from documented methods or anomalous sample behaviours. Improving and maintaining relationships with other sections. Performing housekeeping duties as required. Dealing with clients to ensure their requirements are met. Additional Responsibilities In addition to the duties listed above, the Sampling Team Leader in the laboratory is also responsible for:
Ensuring accuracy of results and maintenance of field equipment. Entering field data to LIMS in an accurate and timely manner. Performing field sampling as required. Monitoring field instrument performance and identifying deviations from specification. Ensuring QC field blank samples are processed at the required frequency. Investigating and rectifying anomalies reported for potential sampling contamination. Maintaining documentation of sample locations, JSEA's, and GPS coordinates. Ensuring sampling vehicle inspections and services are carried out as required. Any other duties as required. The Essentials At least 5 years' sampling experience. Possession of a current driver's license is essential. Appropriate level of aptitude for the section to be supervised and suitable supervisory/leadership skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Leadership/Management skills. Ability to facilitate effective teamwork. Planning and organisation skills. Sound judgement and problem-solving abilities. Experience in a relevant area of work and assisting with developing and leading a team to meet required outcomes. In-depth sampling and instrumentation knowledge. High level of computer/IT skills. 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. 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.
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 online 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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