Interested in a career that matters?
At Novonesis, we use biology to create sustainable solutions that power the food systems of tomorrow. Our Technical Services team in Bayswater, Melbourne plays a critical role in supporting food and dairy customers through high‑quality laboratory testing, technical expertise, and global collaboration.
We are now looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our microbiology and analytical support team, contributing to reliable results, strong customer support, and continuous improvement in a regulated laboratory environment.
The Role & Your Impact
As a Laboratory Technician, you will provide comprehensive laboratory testing and technical support across microbiology, phage testing, dairy and food analysis, and general laboratory operations. Your work will directly support customer projects, product quality, and food safety while ensuring compliance with Novonesis quality and biosecurity standards.
Key responsibilities include:
- Performing microbiological testing, including enumeration of bacteria, yeast, and mould
- Conducting dairy and cheese analysis, including compositional monitoring
- Carrying out chemical and physical testing on customer and internal samples
- Preparing samples, reagents, and microbiological media
- Maintaining laboratory SOPs, documentation, and accurate result reporting
- Supporting technical service projects and customer‑related testing
- Ensuring compliance with FSMS, quality, safety, and biosecurity requirements
- Supporting phage testing, monitoring, and global technical collaboration
- Maintaining laboratory housekeeping, equipment calibration, and stock control
- Contributing to workflow efficiency, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives
What You’ll Need to Be Successful
- Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Food Science (microbiology focus), or a related science discipline
- Minimum 3–4 years of laboratory experience in food microbiology or a related environment
- Strong knowledge of microbiology techniques and laboratory best practices
- High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and documentation
- Understanding of laboratory quality systems and food safety standards
- Ability to work flexibly across multiple laboratory functions
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative team mindset
- Proficiency in MS Office for documentation and reporting
Additional Skills & Interests We Value
- Exposure to dairy and cheese microbiology
- Experience supporting customer‑facing technical service activities
- Familiarity with phage testing and monitoring
- Curiosity, initiative, and a continuous learning mindset
- Interest in contributing to efficiency improvements and cross‑team support
What We Offer
- A meaningful role contributing to sustainable food and biotechnology solutions
- Opportunities for training, skill development, and technical growth
- Collaboration with experienced local and international teams
- An inclusive, respectful, and values‑driven work culture
- A safe and well‑equipped laboratory environment focused on quality and excellence
Ways of Working / Working Conditions
- On‑site laboratory‑based role in Bayswater, Melbourne
- Work involves routine laboratory activities, including sample handling and prolonged standing
- Use of laboratory equipment, chemicals, and microbiological media
- Flexibility may be required to support customer testing, audits, or project deadlines
- Adherence to strict safety, hygiene, and biosecurity requirements
Our purpose guides the way
In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.
Opportunities for everyone
We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.
We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.
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If this position isn’t the right fit, you may still find other opportunities with us. You’re welcome to explore open roles or create a job agent to stay connected with future opportunities at novonesis.com/Career
