Water Quality Analysts- Laboratory Relocation

• EA Level 10A ($108,710.78 base salary plus superannuation) 
• 35-hour work week
• 12-month fixed term contract

About the role

Sydney Water is excited to announce an opportunity to join a high-impact laboratory relocation project! We’re seeking three experienced Senior Water Quality Analysts with expertise in Biology/Microbiology, Chemistry, or Field Sampling & Testing.

This is a rare chance to apply your deep technical knowledge in a dynamic, hands-on project that will shape the future of our laboratory operations.

As a Subject Matter Expert (SME), you’ll play a key role in the successful transition to our new laboratory facility. This role is diverse and fast-paced—one day you might be packing boxes, and the next, designing new workflows and training staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the SME for your area: Chemistry, Biology, or Field Sampling & Testing
• Co-lead quality checks and accreditation efforts at the new site
• Conduct scenario testing and workflow walkthroughs
• Champion the change process and support staff throughout the transition
• Coordinate safety walkthroughs and contribute to design workshops
• Review and update quality documentation for the new premises
• Assist with decontamination and decommissioning at West Ryde
• Deliver training on new workflows before and after the move

About You

We are looking for candidates with:

• Several years’ experience in a commercial laboratory environment
• Strong understanding of quality and safety management systems
• Excellent communication skills and a growth mindset
• Ideally, experience in the water industry

Dive into Our Great Benefits:

Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately. 

Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being. 

At our Labs site there is a strong safety culture, and proactive safety with the onsite physiotherapist, which involves fortnightly stretching and informal yoga sessions from time to time.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture and actively champion & celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success. 

24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal. 

Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.

Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance. 

Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW. 

Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options. 

Closing date: Tuesday 19th August 2025 at 11:59pm

Please advise if you require any adjustments to actively participate in the application and recruitment process. For any further information please contact sukriti.sharma@sydneywater.com.au

Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check and a medical assessment either online or in person.

Working at Sydney Water

At Sydney Water, we are passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities. We have a proud heritage and progressive future providing world class drinking water and services that are vital to our customers’ quality of life and safeguarding Sydney’s future. We see the world is changing, so we are changing too.

Our vision is to create better lives through world-class services, and we believe that starts with our people. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve. Our diverse skills, mindsets and backgrounds work together on exciting and challenging projects that make a difference and help ensure Sydney remains one of the most iconic and liveable cities in the world.

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.

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