Laboratory Assistant

• Growing fertiliser company with a strong passion for innovation and sustainability
• Based close to Geelong
• Casual contracts with high potential to extend or view to go permanent for the right candidate
• Full-time hours, Monday-Friday
• ASAP start

• Perform the routine analytical work for the efficient, effective and safe operation
• Carrying out sampling and analysis in accordance with equipment and process guidelines, safety manuals, maintenance manuals and any other policies and procedures
• Conduct other laboratory work for as requested by the Laboratory or Plant Mangers
• Ensure that the laboratory, equipment and pilot plant areas are always clean, safe and well maintained
• Entering data into software to process and store
• Report any breakdowns of equipment  
• Ensuring strict adherence to biosecurity policies and procedures 

• Tertiary education in Science majoring in Biology, Microbiology or Chemistry will be highly regarded
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment is ideal
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Passion and eagerness to learn and ability to multitask

• Be part of a growing company who invests in their passion for innovation and sustainability goals
• Potential for strong career growth and progression
• Full training provided

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.