Laboratory Services Sample Receipt Officer, APS Level 4, National Measurement Institute

• Melbourne
• Applications close 15 October
• The salary range for this role is $78,770 - $85,027

About the Department
The Department Of Industry, Science And Resources And Our Broader Portfolio Are Integral To The Australian Government's Economic Agenda. Our Purpose Is To Help The Government Build a Better Future For All Australians Through Enabling a Productive, Resilient And Sustainable Economy, Enriched By Science And Technology. We Do This By

• Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions
• Investing in science and technology
• Strengthening the resources sector.

The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work. You will be able to create positive impact in people's lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.

If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia's future.

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About The Team
The
National Measurement Institute (NMI)
is the Australian Government's national measurement authority. We play an important role in the Australian economy. NMI does this by leading, maintaining and regulating Australia's measurement system. We deliver world-class measurement products, advice and client services and administer the regulatory framework for measurement. Our national measurement standards are recognised internationally. We work to enhance and maintain these standards.

We value the different skills, knowledge and perspectives our employees bring. We are committed to giving everyone an equal opportunity to participate, contribute and progress. Our values and behaviours centre around being Adaptable, Innovative, Accountable, Strategic, Inclusive and Influential.

The
Analytical Services Branch (ASB)
consists of a team of over 100 staff based in North Ryde and Port Melbourne. We are responsible for conducting chemical and biological measurement on a wide range of samples (including water, soil, food and pharmaceuticals). Performing a diverse range of tests (including elements, nutrients, organic contaminants and microbiological parameters).

We provide analytical solutions and technical expertise for a large set of private sector and government clients across the environmental, food and health sectors, enabling them to meet their business, research and regulatory compliance needs. We also work closely with the tertiary education sector in Australia and have a number of international stakeholders.

The
Laboratory Services (LS)
team within ASB is a team of approximately 15 staff across two sites – North Ryde and Port Melbourne. The primary responsibility of LS is providing operational, technical and administrative support to the daily activities of the Analytical Services Branch, by receiving and processing incoming samples, liaising with stakeholders and ensuring sample processing is followed correctly from receipt to disposal.

The opportunity
We are excited to be offering a role based at Port Melbourne that will focus on laboratory services. Primary focusses are coordinating and supervising the accurate processing and delivery of samples to laboratories (Food & Health Chemistry, Food & Health Biological), ensuring good service delivery outcomes and operational process improvements.

While this role is more of an administrative nature, a comprehensive scientific background and knowledge of laboratory operations is required. This Laboratory Services Sample Receipt Officer role is highly collaborative, engaging with staff across these laboratories and the associated support functions on this site.

Our ideal candidate
National Measurement Institute (NMI) is looking for a candidate with relevant experience in an accredited analytical laboratory environment. They will have demonstrated experience in sample management processes with a proven record of accurately completing tasks to assist the laboratories in delivering analytical results within the required turnaround times.

The Candidate Will Ideally Have

• Minimum Diploma in a scientific related field or at least 3 years of relevant work experience in a scientific field.
• Ability to successfully work under general supervision, demonstrating a high level of self-organisation and sound judgement in prioritising routine work and service matters.
• A demonstrated ability to provide excellent client and interpersonal communication skills (orally and written) in a professional manner.
• A high level of attention to detail and the ability to identify issues that my impact on own and teamwork outcomes.
• Demonstrated good working knowledge and experience of Sample Manager (LIMS) is highly desirable.
• An understanding of the requirements for samples under Biosecurity control including the handling and disposal of the samples. Training in Biosecurity Awareness and Approved Arrangements will be advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently exhibit the NMI values of being adaptable, accountable, innovative, inclusive, influential and strategic. This includes building and sustaining positive relationships with team members and other teams, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, leading by example and showing integrity by being honest, transparent and accountable.
• A solid knowledge of the principles of Good Laboratory Practice and Laboratory Work Health & Safety are essential to this role.

What you will do
The main functions of this role for this position include:

• Under the general direction of the Sample Receipt Team leader conduct sample receipt and processing.
• Assist with outsourcing tasks and maintaining outsource records to enable tracking and traceability ensuring outsourcing is done in a timely and accurate manner.
• Liaise with clients and relevant laboratory areas to proactively address any potential issues and resolve enquiries ensuring a high standard of client satisfaction.
• Handling, processing and disposal of Biosecurity/Quarantine containment samples.
• Ensure safe work practices are followed and the receipt and outsource areas are kept clean and tidy.
• Assist with other Laboratory Services duties when required. This could include duties such as housekeeping, handling and storing of consumables received.

Eligibility
Tertiary qualifications in a scientific field or at least 3 years of relevant work experience in a scientific field.

To be eligible for employment in the APS and the department, candidates must be Australian Citizens.

Positions require a Baseline security clearance and successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.

Notes
A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette.

The department does currently offer flexible work opportunities for many roles. This vacancy is VIC - Port Melbourne based, although flexible or remote work arrangements may be considered. Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss this further.

Application information
Your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. This includes in your application responses, CV and any other documents. The selection panel may not consider applications containing classified information.

Please provide a pitch explaining how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role and why you are the best candidate for the position. Your pitch can contain no more than 750 words and should align to the key duties listed above.

Please complete your application online and provide your current CV with your application. (CVs must be in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format).

Accessible application documentation is available in other formats on request. Please contact

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Contact Information
For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Michelle Orlinski on or via email on