Job description
Agency Department of Agriculture and Work unit Water Chemistry Laboratory – Biosecurity
Fisheries and Animal Welfare
Job title Laboratory Technician Designation Technical 2
Job type Full time Duration Fixed to 31/08/2027
Salary $68,795 - $77,575 Location Darwin
Position number 10831 RTF 321044 Closing 11/05/2025
Contact officer Stephen Poole on 08 8999 2196 or stephen.poole@nt.gov.au
About the agency https://daf.nt.gov.au
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=321044

YOUR TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and
accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the
recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this
position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures
plans, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
Perform accurate and efficient routine testing of water samples using standard methods within a quality assurance
framework.
Context statement
The laboratory provides ‘fee for service testing’ and is accredited under National Association of Testing Authorities.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Perform testing of potable, waste and environmental water samples using standard methods in accordance with
laboratory accreditation requirements.
2. Maintain laboratory environment and equipment. Prepare standard solutions, media, and reagents.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Experience and sound, contemporary knowledge of laboratory techniques and technical skills related to chemistry and,
or microbiological analysis of water samples and proven ability to train and acquire skills in other technical areas of
laboratory operations.
2. Experience in handling laboratory materials and samples using techniques appropriate to the testing area of chemistry
and, or microbiology.
3. Proven ability to work autonomously and as part of a team environment, ensuring the completion of testing within strict
deadlines whilst meeting quality assurance requirements.
4. Proven ability to manage time efficiently and handle multiple tasks and assignments.
5. Relevant knowledge and ability with basic office software including a good level of skills with Microsoft Excel and
experience in handling data for the purpose of transfer and filing.
Desirable
1. Experience with use of databases, in particular Laboratory Information Management Systems

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