Laboratory Administration Officer (APS4)

About the role

HOBAN Recruitment partners with an Australian Government scientific organisation to recruit an experienced APS4 level Laboratory Administration Officer in North Ryde, Sydney. The role supports scientific testing and analytical services across environmental, food, health and research sectors, acting as a primary point of contact for clients and helping deliver services to government and industry stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Act as primary point of contact for internal and external clients, responding to enquiries and giving regular updates
• Coordinate sample registrations accurately and on time in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Manage administrative processes including client account setup and maintenance
• Monitor outsourced laboratory testing and follow up outstanding results and reporting requirements
• Support sample management and laboratory logistics
• Assist with continuous improvement, quality documentation reviews and system data maintenance
• Coach and support new team members, identify operational risks and help improve service delivery

Required profile

• Diploma in a science-related discipline
• At least two years' experience in an analytical laboratory environment
• Australian citizenship (required for this federal government role)
• Strong administration, organisational and attention-to-detail skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently
• Excellent customer service, written and verbal communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Required skills

• Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
• SampleManager experience highly regarded

What we offer

• Pay of $52.04 per hour including casual loading, with 12% superannuation
• Start date 4 January 2027 for a 12-month assignment with possible extensions
• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Respected Australian Government scientific environment and a collaborative team in North Ryde