Team Leader, Clandestine Labs

1 day ago


Brisbane, Australia Queensland Government Full time

The role
The Team Leader, Clandestine Laboratories (Clan Labs) will manage and lead the Clandestine Laboratory Group to ensure the provision of an integrated, comprehensive, cost effective and quality forensic service in line with the policies, guidelines and strategies of Forensic Chemistry, Forensic Science Queensland.
Operate as a statewide reference point for forensic advice and advocacy
Be accountable for provision of independent high level forensic services, based on work performed by others, to all key stakeholders incorporating the interpretation of results, laboratory developed methods and protocols and the provision of expert testimony on work performed within the laboratory in accordance with legislative requirements
Effectively manage operations and resource allocation with respect to new and existing samples, to be processed within an agreed timeframe
Please review the attached role description for further responsibilities.
The successful person
**You will demonstrate**:
Ability to successfully lead, manage and develop a diverse team within a high-pressure environment, providing operational management of a medium-sized chemical analysis professional team, including allocation of resources and performance reviews
A collaborative and supportive approach with skills to mentor and train staff and develop and manage a professional, client focussed team.
Specialist-level knowledge, expertise and skills in contemporary chemical analysis of clandestine laboratory investigations
Knowledge, skills and ability to provide scientific leadership without supervision in the assessment and processing of clandestine laboratory sites and scientific testing and analysis of forensic items showing a level of both national and international awareness in the field
Ability to provide quality advice and analytical services with regards to the assessment of clandestine laboratory sites and analysis of exhibits of a complex nature
Effective interpersonal skills to communicate (both orally and in writing) and work successfully with staff and clients in regard to the assessment and processing of clandestine laboratory sites and in providing expert testimony to courts of law
Commitment to the principles of quality management and continuous quality improvement and a contemporary knowledge of NATA/ISO Accreditation/Certification
Experience in successfully leading, managing and developing a diverse team within a high-pressure environment.
About us
Located at Coopers Plains, Brisbane, FSQ operates specialised Forensic Biology, Forensic Chemistry and Forensic Operations functions that provides forensic services and expert advice to the Queensland Police Service (QPS) and the Coroner's Court of Queensland.
Please note that following a Machinery of Government (MoG) change, as of 1 July 2024, Forensic Science Queensland was administratively assigned to the Department of Justice.

**Benefits**:
A fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment
Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
Flexible working arrangements
Diverse work culture
Career training and development


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