Senior Laboratory Quality Coordinator
Wide Bay Water – Scientific Services
Temporary Full Time – 12 Month Contract
LGO Level 5 - $78,293.00
Hervey Bay

At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our vision to Build Better Communities.

What we are looking for:

The successful applicant will be responsible for the overall development and maintenance of the Laboratory Quality Systems as well as take a senior role as a Chemist and technical reference.  The focus of this position is to ensure the implementation and operation of quality systems and procedures to consistently drive accuracy, reliability and efficiency in all aspects of Laboratory operation.

The successful applicant will hold Tertiary qualifications in Chemistry at degree level or above and have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a laboratory.  It is also essential to have a high degree of experience with NATA ISO 17025 Quality Assurance Standards and protocols.  A current Queensland Class “C” Drivers’ Licence is also essential.

Applicants experienced in auditing, with relevant audit qualifications, will be highly regarded, as will those with a proven ability to operate and maintain laboratory equipment such as Flow Injection Analyser, Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry, Ion Chromatography and UV – Vis Spectrophotometers.  

The ideal candidate would also be well versed in the use of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), have a working knowledge of environmental sampling techniques, with problem solving skills and experience working within a water/wastewater testing laboratory

Please visit Fraser Coast Regional Council's website to view a full Position Description.

What’s nice to have:

• Natural leadership skills with a mentoring approach
• Team oriented

What our Council can offer you:

• Learning and Development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements,
• Up to 12% employer super contribution
• Study assistance program
• Reward and recognition
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vaccinations
• Paid Emergency Services leave

Applications close:

11pm Thursday 10 December 2020.
For further details please contact Aaron Larkin, Scientific Services Manager on 97 4194 7750 during business hours only.

Some information about our Council:

Council provides a safe, secure and supportive environment where employees are encouraged and supported to reach their full potential.
TRAITS is an acronym for the values we consider to be integral to the way we go about our work and serve our community. These values are Trust, Respect, Accountability, Initiative, Teamwork and Service.
Council recognises that it is important for employees to be satisfied in their roles, to balance work and life demands and to deliver quality services to the community.

Some information about our Region:

If you’re tired of the City lifestyle and need a better work/life balance then the Fraser Coast is waiting for you!
Located 250kms north of Brisbane the Fraser Coast is a mix of stunning landscapes, islands, cities and towns.
From Fraser Island - the world's largest sand island to the heritage streetscapes of Maryborough; from the rich farmlands of Tiaro, to the sheltered waters of Hervey Bay.

Before starting your application:

Please ensure your cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and resume are complete in doc, docx or pdf format.  PDF format is preferred.

Please note that:

Council undertakes a range of checks and assessment methods to assist in selection, including criminal history checks, Licence checks, psychometric testing, functional capacity testing and competency based testing.
Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  Women, Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability, and members of racial, ethnic and ethno-religious minority groups are encouraged to apply.