Laboratory Chemist

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Reporting to the Laboratory Operations Manager, the Laboratory Chemist will join our LAB team full-time at our South Guildford location. The primary responsibility is to ensure accurate fluid sample analysis-oil, coolant, fuel, and grease-by validating lab techniques and results in accordance with the WesTrac Laboratory Quality Manual. This role drives continuous improvement, conducts audits, and establishes best practices as the Subject Matter Expert.

Location : South Guildford, WA

What you'll do:

• Lead by example, demonstrating WesTrac values through actions, behaviours, and decision-making
• Validate laboratory techniques and results for fluid sample analyses (oil, coolant, fuel, grease) to ensure compliance with the WesTrac Laboratory Quality Manual
• Provide expert guidance, serving as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for laboratory testing processes and recommending improvements to the Laboratory Operations Manager
• Supervise and develop team members, overseeing Quality Systems Support and Maintenance Coordinators through coaching, training, and task delegation
• Maintain high-quality standards, conducting audits and ensuring continuous improvement of scientific methodologies in line with CAT SOS, ISO, and NATA standards
• Troubleshoot laboratory processes, performing root cause analysis (RCA) on reported quality issues and monitoring mean time between failure (MTBF) for lab instruments
• Collaborate on efficiency enhancements, working closely with the Laboratory Supervisor and Quality Support to optimize rerun rates within KPIs
• Contribute to innovation, identifying opportunities for expanding product offerings and increasing customer engagement through process improvements

Skills and Experience:

• Tertiary degree in Chemistry (minimum requirement)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• At least 5 years of laboratory experience
• Minimum 1 year of leadership experience managing a team
• Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail
• Extensive hands-on experience with laboratory techniques
• Familiarity with ASTM and ISO standards and best practices
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Our Benefits inclusive of but not limited to:

• Financial Benefits - Paid Parental Leave & Secondary Carers Leave, Salary Sacrificing, Novated Leasing, Income Protection Insurance & More than 600 retail discounts such as Coles, Petbarn, Virgin, HOYTS & Crown.
• Health & Wellness - Discounts with BUPA, Fitness Passport to access multiple gyms across Australia & EAP access to support you and your immediate family.
• Culture & Career - Personal and Team Recognition (Made for More Awards), Internal Career Progression, Training & Upskilling through our award-winning WesTrac Institute.
• Recommend & Spend - Opportunity to receive a referral bonus up to $5000 for applicable roles.
• Additional Perks - Emergency Services Leave, Defence Force Reserves Leave & Employee Share Purchase Plan opportunity

Our Company & Commitment

With over 4,500 employees, WesTrac is one of the world's largest authorised Cat equipment dealers, offering a wide range of mining and construction equipment and management solutions.

At WesTrac, we reflect diverse communities, celebrate our people's diversity, and create a culture where employees feel safe to be their authentic selves. We encourage applications from First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. WORK180 endorsed employer for our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equality.