Scientific Client Liaison

Scientific Client Liaison

Mackay Regional Council has an opportunity for a suitably qualified Scientific Client Liaison to join our Water Treatment team, based at the new Laboratory on Connor’s Road, Paget.

The Role

Working in the MRC's NATA accredited laboratory, this position coordinates the implementation of the business and marketing plan to attract new business and customers, with a focus on enhancing service provision and to extend new services to increase revenue with existing customers. The position is a key source of knowledge for a range of stakeholders including Mackay Regional Council, Managers Program Supervisors, employees and Government and Industry bodies. 

Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills:

• Degree in Applied Science majoring in Chemistry and/or Microbiology or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution. 
• Significant experience and competence to provide technical advice as it relates to scientific and analytical services and environmental and legislative requirements.
• Current General Construction Safety White/Blue Card.
• Demonstrated experience working within a water and waste organisation and/or water or environmental NATA accredited laboratory.
• Demonstrated experience in customer service and positive stakeholder engagement.

Why work for Mackay Regional Council?

Mackay Regional Council is committed to providing a positive work/life balance, giving you ample opportunity to explore endless beautiful beaches, scenic drives past the sugar-cane fields to Eungella National Park and beautiful forests, parks, gorges and secret swimming holes in the Mackay Region.

In addition, Mackay Regional Council provides competitive remuneration packages including attractive salary, hours, employee benefits and training and development opportunities. 

• Annual base salary range from $97,691 - $106,055
• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks’ annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• 19 day month roster
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts
• Study and assistance programs for career development
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives

Are you ready to catapult your career?  

To apply, you will need to submit a cover letter, resume and a full response to the selection criteria. The position description can be found attached to the vacancy on Council’s website.

For the Position Description and information on how to apply please visit https://vacancies.mackay.qld.gov.au/ER21_3_19_8_9825/VacancyList.aspx

Applications Close:  23rd July 2020

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to all opportunities available. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises the unique contributions and perspectives of our employees, working together to deliver extraordinary results.