
Laboratory Technician
22 hours ago
**Acknowledgement of Country**
CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. View our vision towards reconciliation.
**Role highlights**
- **Support mineral process development and metal production projects at CSIRO**:
- **Join CSIRO - Australia’s leading scientific research organisation**
**About CSIRO**
As Australia's national science agency, CSIRO is solving the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. Many of our iconic innovations were once considered impossible until someone, just like you, joined us and took on the challenge.
Visit CSIRO.au for more information.
**The opportunity**
CSIRO Mineral Resources’ Green Metals Production group are seeking an enthusiastic Laboratory Technician to join the Process Development team.
**Your high-level duties will include**:
- Assisting in the operation and maintenance of experimental equipment and laboratory procedures in the Process Development and High Temperature Chemistry teams.
- Under guidance from Project Leaders, participate in laboratory and pilot scale experimental work in the area of mineral processing and green metal production.
- Contributing to collecting data and preparing reports for internal customers.
- Communicating effectively and respectfully with all staff, clients and suppliers in the interests of good business practice, collaboration and enhancement of CSIRO’s reputation.
- Working collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team to carry out tasks in support of CSIRO scientific objectives.
**Role particulars**
**Location**:Melbourne (Clayton), Victoria (Bunurong Country)
**Salary**: AU$73k - AU$93k per annum (pro rata for part-time), plus 15.4% superannuation
**Tenure & work schedule**: Three year specified term - Full time
**Reference**:99601
**Essential**
- Relevant trade certificate/diploma or equivalent relevant work experience in a scientific laboratory or mechanical engineering/trades.
- Demonstrated experience in relevant laboratory or engineering fields.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and with a team to meet deadlines, use resources well, adjust to changes, and consistently deliver quality work.
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills demonstrated by an ability to comprehend and convey detailed instructions/procedures.
- Demonstrated competence in the use of computer software including the Microsoft Office suite of programs: Word and Excel in particular.
**Desirable**
- Forklift driver licence.
- Computer aided design skills.
- Load slinging/load lifting training.
- Work experience in the minerals industry.
CSIRO is an Equal Opportunity employer working hard to recruit world-class talent that represents the diversity across our society. As part of our commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment outcomes, preference will be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, who meet the role criteria. CSIRO considers conscious inclusion practices intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity/affirmative measure under _section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth)_.
For full details about this role, and other criteria, please review the Position Description.
**Setting you up for success**
**Eligibility**
Applications are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens, Australian Permanent Residents and Australian Temporary Residents who are currently residing in Australia and hold a valid visa for the duration of the specified term (with no requirement for visa sponsorship).
**Life at CSIRO and flexible work arrangements**
We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. We can discuss flexible work arrangements with you during the recruitment process. CSIRO also offers a range of leave entitlements, benefits and career development opportunities. To find out more, visit Careers at CSIRO.
**Inclusion and belonging**
Solving Australia's greatest challenges takes a diversity of minds and lived experiences. We know diverse teams are more effective and deliver more innovative outcomes. As an equal employment opportunity organisation, we are committed to creating diverse and inclusive teams where people feel they belong. We recognise true diversity encompasses all ages, abilities, cultures, faiths, levels of education, genders, sexualities, diversity of thought and much more. We focus on hiring people who share our values of People First, Further Together, Making it Real and Trusted.
CSIRO holds Gold Status for the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQIA+ inclusion, and a Science in Australia Gender Equity Bronze Award.
**Child safety**
CSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our Child Safe Policy.
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