Laboratory Technician

• Exciting opportunity to join an Industry Leader
• Great site and long-term job security
• Live Local, Work Local! Home every night (Not a FIFO Role)
• Situated at Bajool
  

About Us

Cheetham Salt prides itself in offering value added Australian solar salt products and is proud to play an integral role in Australian manufacturing. As Australia’s largest producer and refiner of solar salt, Cheetham Salt offers reliable salt products to a broad range of industries including the industrial, food, stockfeed, hide and pool sectors.

Our Bajool Operations in Queensland are currently seeking a motivated permanent Laboratory Technician to join our team. Bajool is situated 40km south of Rockhampton and 40km north of Gladstone.

Life at Cheetham Salt
Our company culture and values driven behaviour is very important to us. From flexible working arrangements, supportive Leadership team and regular social catch ups, we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and agile workplaces. As an employee, you will have access to benefits such as,
• Above award wage rates and allowances
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
• Autonomy & variety
• Ongoing training & development
• Salary Continuance Insurance
• Employee Referral Program – refer a mate & receive $1000
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous paid primary carer Parental & Paternity leave options
• Reward & Recognition Program
• Uniforms provided

The Role
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician. This role is responsible for managing laboratory operations, conducting product testing and analysis, supporting quality systems, and helping drive quality excellence across both the Bajool and Port Alma sites.
Reporting directly to the HSEQ Coordinator, you will work closely with site leadership and operational teams to ensure product quality, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives are achieved.
Your key duties and responsibilities will include:
•Independently manage the Bajool laboratory
•Perform all required sampling, inspection, monitoring and testing procedures as required.
•Conduct sampling and testing of all samples against specifications
•Ensure accurate interpretation and reporting of results in a timely manner
•Conduct regular auditing of quality systems including verification of quality results and records
•Assist in the resolution of both internal and external complaints


About You
You are a proactive and analytical professional who enjoys working independently while collaborating with operational teams to achieve quality outcomes. You have strong problem-solving abilities, excellent attention to detail, and the confidence to positively influence others to uphold quality standards

To be considered for the role you must have the following:
•Tertiary qualification in laboratory techniques and/or science (highly desirable)
•Experience in operating and maintaining laboratory instruments (desirable)
•Experience and/or working knowledge of HACCP, ISO9001 & ISO14001 highly desirable
•The ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability and positive attitude
•Experience to operate and troubleshoot all laboratory equipment onsite, particularly AAS & UV-Vis
•Auditing and training desirable
•Excellent written and verbal communication
•Strong numerical, analytical, and recording skills
•A Current driver's licenses

How to apply
If this is you please click “Apply now” and provide both your resume and cover letter. Upon receipt of your application you will receive an email with our pre-screening questions. (Please ensure you check your junk email). Only applicants with unrestricted rights to work in Australia will be considered. The successful applicant will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol testing and background checks including police check as part of our process.

Applications close on 27 October 2026

We are committed to being values driven business and provide a workplace where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, and we welcome and encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds.
We offer a supportive team environment with a great culture that provides real opportunity for someone to make their mark in this role. We are committed to being an employer of choice and pride ourselves on being a diverse and inclusive workplace. We know there are many aspects of our employees' lives that are important, and work is only one of these, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life.