About the company/role: Our government client is looking for an TO2 Technical Officer to join their team on a temporary basis until January 2027. You will be working with Argi-Science Queensland as part of the Microbial Ecology Group. Duties: Preparation of buffers, solutions and anaerobic microbiological media Processing of plant material samples for freeze-drying and milling Labelling of sample collection tubes Weighing of feed required for experiments (fermentations, in vitro methane batch screening assays) General laboratory tasks Skills/experience: Minimum qualification of Associate Diploma in Science, Diploma or Degree (Science field) Q Fever vaccination or willingness to have Q Fever testing/vaccination Demonstrated Laboratory experience Good communication and organisational skills Current drivers licence Experience in microbiology and/or molecular biology Apply! If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed). Or, if you have any questions, please contact the Simon on With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.