Traineeship - Certificate III Laboratory Skills

Work & Training, along with our valued industrial client near Devonport, NW Tasmania, are very excited to be offering this unique opportunity for someone to work with a professional team in a laboratory setting.

You will obtain your Certificate III in Laboratory Skills in a 24 month time frame – achieve a National Qualification and start working towards your future goals.

What would this involve?

• You would be employed by Work & Training for the duration of your traineeship and hosted to our client.
• Full time Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work.
• Entitlements including four weeks of accumulated annual leave per year.
• Theory training is conducted by experienced trainers on-line and also face to face.
• You would receive mentoring and support throughout the traineeship from a Work & Training Apprenticeship Consultant.
• Your workplace supervisors would provide daily coaching and opportunity for growth.

You will be working under supervision, gaining experience and a broad range of skills and knowledge, to perform a range of laboratory operations, performing procedures and technical tasks within a laboratory and occasional field settings.

• Develop skills and knowledge related to laboratory work.
• Improve your understanding of Work Health & Safety, the importance of keeping the laboratory environment clean and organised, and identifying and controlling risks in the workplace.
• Become part of a fantastic team - communication and participation is highly valued.
• Learn and adhere to strict methods and procedures.
• Gain experience in the use of test equipment and instrumentation.
• Hone your problem solving skills.
• Demonstrate attention to detail when undertaking routine work, with the ability to be meticulous and analytical in your approach.

Desirable Criteria:

• Some background in laboratory work would be advantageous.

Essential Criteria:

• Drivers licence and reliable vehicle. 

Wage:

• National Training Wages plus and Industry Award allowances apply.

How to apply:

• Upload your resume & complete the on-line recruitment details. 

What happens next?

• Suitable applicants will be contacted via our recruitment platform by SMS.
• A telephone interview will be scheduled.
• You may be asked to complete aptitude testing, or other documentation.
• The third stage of recruitment involves a face-to-face interview with the Host Business.
• If you are the successful applicant, you will complete employment documents, and a training contract, and start date will be arranged!

If you are technically minded and love the idea of working in a laboratory environment, this may be a great starting point for you.

Applications close 25 May 2025.