Laboratory Assistant/Technician (Sample Preparation)

Location: Murarrie, Brisbane, QLD, Australia; candidates must currently be based in Brisbane

Company

hirify.global Scientific provides analytical testing and laboratory services across food, environmental, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and life sciences industries.

What you will do

• Receive, sort, weigh, and prepare soil and water samples for laboratory testing.
• Assign tests in LIMS, prepare batch sheets in Microsoft Excel, and maintain sample traceability.
• Extract analytes according to standard operating procedures and perform quality control tests.
• Prioritise urgent samples according to turnaround times and handle quarantine samples under approved procedures.
• Calibrate laboratory equipment, replenish consumables, dispose of waste safely, and maintain a clean laboratory.

Requirements

• Year 12-level understanding of chemistry and mathematics; a science-related degree is beneficial.
• No minimum experience required; previous laboratory experience is beneficial.
• Attention to detail, focus on quality, and willingness to learn and improve.
• Hands-on approach, common sense, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and strategic thinking.
• Must currently be based in Brisbane.
• Must be eligible to work in Australia or New Zealand and already hold work rights or an appropriate working visa.

Culture & Benefits

• Casual employment with day and afternoon shifts available.
• Flexible shift times suitable for university students.
• 25% shift loading for casual positions.
• Additional 1.5% superannuation paid above the national standard rate.