At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future. The Opportunity: Due to internal promotion, an exciting opportunity has become available as a Senior Inorganic Chemist to play a key leadership role within ALS Environmental, Springvale laboratory. Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, this high performing and experience team leader will provide technical expertise, quality assurance, and strategic guidance to ensure the laboratory maintains its commitment to scientific integrity, client satisfaction, and continuous improvement. Working closely with Section Team Leaders you will drive operational excellence, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a collaborative, accountable, and innovation-driven culture. Located on-site at ALS Environmental, Springvale (Melbourne) the hours will be between 8:00 AM to 5:15 PM, Monday to Friday. Key Responsibilities: Scientific Leadership: Act as the senior Inorganic technical expert, guiding troubleshooting, method development, validation, and mentoring team leaders and chemists in best practices and process optimization. Operational Excellence: Manage daily operations to ensure timely, accurate results and client satisfaction, collaborating with team leaders to address capacity, bottlenecks, and issues. People & Team Development: Foster a collaborative, accountable team culture, supporting performance discussions, cross-training, and succession planning. Quality Assurance: Ensure compliance with ALS, NATA, and regulatory standards, monitoring QA/QC and leading audit investigations for corrective actions. Communication & Collaboration: Promote cross-functional teamwork, liaise between operations and management, and guide complex client queries and investigations. Qualifications & Experience: Degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline. Minimum 5 years of analytical chemistry experience, with a proven record in method validation, quality compliance, and instrumentation operation and innovation (e.g. ICP, GC-MS, IC, discrete analysers (DA), laboratory analysers, and/or autotitrators. Previous experience in leading or mentoring teams in a laboratory environment. Strong understanding of NATA, ISO/IEC 17025 and ALS quality systems. Demonstrated ability to lead scientific investigations and implement sustainable solutions. Eligible for, or able to obtain NATA signatory Attributes for Success: Advanced problem-solving skills and scientific curiosity. Collaborative and level-headed approach to leadership and change management. Ability to foster trust and respect in experienced teams. Proactive mindset and resilience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly in technical contexts. Working at ALS The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence. At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities. Everyone Matters ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued. ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Eligibility To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa. How to apply Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.
