24 Oct
Nsw Government
The Rocks
Employment Type : Various Position Classification : Technical Assistant Grade 2 Remuneration : $30.16 - $31.31 per hour plus superannuation Hours Per Week : Various Requisition ID : REQ523186 Location: Lidcombe Applications Close: 27 October 2024 – 11:59pm Shortlisted applicants will need to be available to attend an In-Person Assessment Session for interviews to be held during the week commencing of 11 November 2024 About the opportunity Forensic & Analytical Science Service (FASS) specialises in providing independent and objective forensic analysis to the criminal and coronial justice systems, as well as quality scientific analysis that contributes to community health and safety. Our services include illicit drug analysis,
forensic and drug toxicology, chemical criminalistics, forensic biology and DNA, forensic medicine, environmental toxicology, and environmental microbiology. Forensic & Analytical Science Service (FASS) is looking for candidates to fill future temporary and permanent full time, part time and casual opportunities as a Technical Assistant. This recruitment is to create an eligibility list only, the eligibility list will be used to fill any future upcoming positions which will be located at the Forensic and Analytical Science Service in Lidcombe. What we can offer you Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave (if applicable) Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits (if applicable) Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning What you'll be doing Providing assistance to laboratory staff by performing a range of technical and administrative services, to contribute to the efficient operation of the Unit,
and consequently to the creation of better health and justice systems in NSW. Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions: A working knowledge of, or demonstrated ability to quickly learn, general laboratory duties and sample handling activities relevant to the Unit Ability to work in a responsible and efficient manner in a team environment to deliver results within specified timeframes Demonstrated customer service experience, including the ability to communicate effectively with clients and customers Excellent data entry and information retrieval skills including high attention to detail and data accuracy Demonstrated problem solving skills including an ability to apply established principles in a laboratory and resolve general issues within the laboratory environment Commitment to the principles of quality management and continuous quality improvement activities Demonstrated capacity to adopt and model the NSWHP RITE values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Excellence Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Jessica Burge on Jessica.Burgehealth.nsw.gov.au Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases This is a Category A position. All Category A applicants must read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive PD2023_022 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases . All recruits must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy. All recruits must provide evidence against specified diseases and comply with the requirements of this policy at their own cost prior to appointment. New to NSW Health Pathology? The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment. Working Rights This position is a permanent position. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. Please note:
A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa. Talent Pool If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future permanent full time / part time, temporary and casual vacancies. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity,
socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity. All staff employed by NSW FASS will be required to supply a reference buccal sample so that their DNA profile can be compared to other generated profiles to exclude the possibility of contamination