Laboratory Team Leader

Step into a leadership role where science meets impact.
We’re looking for a driven and hands-on Team Leader - Laboratory to guide our Gladstone lab team and ensure the highest standards in testing, safety, and quality. If you're passionate about continuous improvement, leading people, and making a real difference in operational excellence, this is your opportunity to shape outcomes in one of Australia’s leading industrial businesses
Your Opportunity

• Lead and mentor a small team of lab technicians.
• Ensure accurate testing and reporting of mortar and material results.
• Maintain compliance with NATA, ISO 9001, and internal systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment and keep lab instruments (including XRF) audit ready.
• Recommend improvements in equipment, systems, and processes.
• Foster a culture of safety, performance, and accountability.

What You’ll Bring

• We’re looking for a hands-on leader with strong lab experience and a passion for quality.
• 2–5 years in an industrial lab, ideally NATA-accredited.
• Experience leading or mentoring others.
• Strong knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 and ISO 9001.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• A Diploma or Degree in Chemistry (or equivalent).

Bonus if you have:

• Experience in cement or heavy industry.
• Additional qualifications in lab or quality systems.
• Radiation Safety Certification (Level 1 or equivalent).

Why Join Cement Australia?

• Be Yourself: Be your authentic self in a diverse and dedicated workplace where we focus on achieving great results together.
• Paid Parental Leave: We offer leave options (12 weeks paid maternity leave, 1 week paid paternal leave) to support your family life, ensuring you can cherish special moments with your loved ones.
• Salary Sacrifice: Take control of your finances by saving on technology and work-related items through our salary sacrifice program.
• Novated Leasing: Drive your dream car for less through our partnership with sgfleet, offering fantastic discounts on vehicles.
• Discounted Products: Renovating? DIY’er? Save on your home improvement projects with exclusive discounts on concrete and quarry products.

Who We Are Cement Australia has been at the heart of the nation’s infrastructure for decades, proudly standing as Australia’s leading supplier of cementitious products and services
But we’re more than just cement. Our diverse operations include heavy industrial manufacturing, coal and limestone mining, bulk transport distribution, rail and shipping logistics, and innovative waste management through Geocycle, where we turn challenges into sustainable solutions
At Cement Australia, we believe in empowering our people with the tools, support, and opportunities to make a real impact. Join a collaborative team that values work-life balance and thrives on innovation. Together, we’re building a safer, healthier, and more sustainable future—driven by a shared commitment to excellence and our core values
What Else You Need to Know

• References, a pre-employment medical and background check are part of the recruitment process.
• Cement Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• We welcome applications from Australian residents with valid working rights.
• Please note: Direct applications only, no agency submissions at this time.

Ready to Build Your Future?
Click Apply Now to take the next step with Australia’s leading cement manufacturer and innovator
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