Sample Preparer

1. POSITION PURPOSE

The primary purpose of this role is to prepare samples accurately and efficiently according to approved procedures, and in a safe and efficient manner to achieve a quality product.

2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES (included and not limited to):

2.1 Technical/Functional

• Sort and weigh samples
• Rotate sample trolleys in and out of drying ovens
• Safely operate machinery to crush, split and pulverise samples, as directed by the Shift Supervisor
• Report any quality, production or safety issues
• Work efficiently to achieve a consistent level of production
• Recognize basic quality deviations
• Ensure accurate sample reconciliation and chain of custody is maintained. Immediately report any anomalies to the supervisor/manager
• Work in accordance with standard production procedures.
• Perform housekeeping and keep a tidy work area
• Participate in daily pre-start meetings, shift handovers, Safety meetings
• Complete all tasks with a high degree of care and attention to detail to ensure sample integrity
• Demonstrate effective communication skills and integration into the team
• Other appropriate duties as instructed by the Shift Supervisor.

2.2 Occupational Health, Safety & Environment (OHSE)

• Be responsible for complying with OHSE requirements and contributing to the creation and maintenance of a healthy and safe work environment.
• Comply with all applicable work instructions, work procedures, safe work procedures, safe work instructions, and lawful directions provided by the supervisor, whether written or verbal.
• Correctly wear, maintain, and dispose of personal protective equipment in accordance with requirements.
• Identify and promptly report safety hazards, and take reasonable action to mitigate risks to an acceptable level where it is safe to do so.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping within the work area.
• Take reasonable care for their own psychological and physical health and safety, and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.
• Exercise the authority to stop a task or operation where an imminent and serious risk to people, property, or the environment is identified, and immediately escalate the matter to a supervisor.
• Participate in risk management activities, including the completion of risk assessments and hazard controls.
• Report all OHSE incidents, injuries, and near misses to the supervisor as soon as practicable.
• Cooperate with all reasonable safety and health policies, procedures, and initiatives implemented by the Employer.
• Take reasonable care of plant, equipment, and tools, ensuring they are used correctly and not misused or damaged.
• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and other OHSE-related training or consultations as required.

2.3 Other

• The ability to perform manual handling and lift up to 20kg with repetition safely.
• The right to work and live in Australia.

1. POSITION REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Education & Qualifications

• The completion of at least year 10 or equivalent

3.2 Knowledge & Experience

• Demonstrated commitment to workplace health and safety
• Previous experience in sample preparation desirable.

3.3 Skills & Abilities

• Ability to safely perform manual handling tasks, including standing for extended periods and regularly lifting items weighing approximately 15–20 kg, in accordance with safe work practices.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills suitable for a laboratory and production environment.
• Ability to work independently once trained, while managing a fluctuating workload and changing priorities.
• Capacity to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment while maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Strong practical problem-solving skills with sound mechanical aptitude relevant to sample preparation equipment.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team to support operational and production requirements.

3.4 Other

• Driver’s License

2. COMPANY GLOBAL REQUIREMENTS

4.1 Leadership

• Lead by example, comply with all legal, professional and company requirements.
• Provide guidance to colleagues and through them the business line to maintain engagement in the company’s vision and strategy, build a capable workforce and provide a work environment in which people can perform.
• Provide leadership through promoting and creating buy in for a 10x culture and 5x5 strategy.
• Ensure that systems are utilised and maintained as required.
• Ensure that effective communication methods are adopted throughout the team.
• Ensure that HR policies and procedures are followed at all times.

4.2 Team focus

• Participate in formal and informal team communication activities.
• Participate in the development and achievement of team goals and workload requirements.
• Contribute to the development of new and innovative processes and practices.

4.3 Other

• Other appropriate duties as requested by your Employer.
• You must have the right to live and work in this location to apply for this job.
• Actively participate in the management and compliance of company Country and Global safety policies, procedures and requirements.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including: HR, IT, quality and operations.