Asbestos Analyst/Laboratory Technician

Property Risk Australia Pty Ltd

Alexandria, Sydney NSW Laboratory & Technical Services (Science & Technology)

Full time

Property Risk Australia Pty Ltd (PRA) is a highly regarded Risk Management & Occupational Hygiene consultancy with established offices in the Gold Coast, Sydney, Wollongong, Canberra and Melbourne. We are currently looking for an experienced Laboratory Asbestos Analyst to join our Alexandria NSW laboratory team.

In this senior role you will be responsible for, but are not limited to:

- Preparation, analysis and reporting of a wide variety of laboratory analyses including Airborne Asbestos Fibre Monitoring, Bulk Asbestos Fibre Identification, Gravimetric dusts and Crystalline Sillica Analysis by X-Ray Diffraction (XRD).

- Calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment and maintaining levels of laboratory consumables and supplies.

- Contribute to the continuous improvement of the laboratory, ensuring compliance to NATA 17025 and ISO Accreditations.

- Assist with research towards emerging technologies and new analysis methods.

- Facilitating training of staff.

What’s we are looking for:

- A minimum of 1 year experience with Bulk Asbestos Fibre Identification in a NATA Accredited laboratory, in line with AS 4964 and AS 5370 standards. Airborne Asbestos Fibre counting by PLM is highly desirable.

- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work autonomously in a team environment; be reliable and self-motivated, with good verbal and written communication skills and strong computer literacy in Microsoft Office.

- This position is open to Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents, New Zealand Citizens and those currently residing in Australia with full working rights.

If you enjoy working with a dedicated, supportive and experienced team, a competitive salary is offered, along with a variety of training opportunities and career progression opportunities for motivated individuals to grow your experience with a respected and dynamic industry leader.