3rd - 4th Year Apprentice Carpenter

Permanent Full Time position
- Brisbane northside location - cut your commute
- Globally successful laboratory group - stability, travel, opportunity

**Imagine your future with us**

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.

When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive.

Our global team turns up each day with passion and commitment to do amazing things, always challenging our thinking to find ways to solve some of the world’s most complex problems for a safer, healthier world.

**About the role**
The Maintenance and Projects team based in
**Stafford, Brisbane**, seeks a
**3rd - 4th year Apprentice Carpenter** who is already working towards a carpentry apprenticeship and is willing and able to turn their hand to other maintenance tasks found in a large analytical laboratory.

This
**Full-Time** position offers an exciting balance of maintenance work onsite in Brisbane, as well as maintenance and new project work including upgrades to existing facilities and the establishment of new facilities within our Australian and International laboratories.

The successful applicant will be given on-the-job training in all aspects of routine maintenance of ALS equipment to ensure they fully understand the task and always comply with ALS HSE standards.

This role allows the employee to meet the requirements for a carpentry apprenticeship for multiple sites whilst also expanding their skill base into the maintenance and/or repairs of equipment on site.

**The essentials**
- 3rd or 4th year apprentices may apply
- Mechanical and logical aptitude
- A very high regard for safety at all times
- A high level of communication, as any delays with equipment downtimes must be communicated promptly to the Laboratory Manager.
- Current driver's licence (A class) manual
- Likes to work on various projects that don't just include carpentry.
- Has the knowledge and experience in other trades outside their own (ie. fitting, welding, plumbing) would be at a definite advantage.
- The ability and desire to learn other trade skills
- Flexibility and ability to travel both nationally and internationally for extended periods on a regular basis
- The ability to work autonomously with mínimal supervision, whilst being committed to the work of a team
- Reliable, punctual and an excellent work ethic
- Proven ability to handle a diverse workload

**Working at ALS**
Our people are our most valuable asset and drive our success at ALS.

We are a diverse community of dedicated professionals united by our passion to make a difference in the world. We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other.

At ALS, you’ll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential. We invest in our people with a range of programs and provide opportunities across the company, giving our people scope to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders.

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and the communities where we work.

Our benefits include:

- Health fund discounts with Bupa
- Opportunity to salary sacrifice car costs with Autopia
- Corporate superannuation benefits with Australian Retirement Trust
- Online learning system with extensive modules of choice
- Friendly working environment with accessible management
- Influenza Vaccinations

**Everyone matters**
ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

**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, including environment, food and beverage, mining, personal care, pharmaceutical, healthcare and equipment reliability. 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. We help our clients leverage the power of data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.

**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