JOB REF:FER624606

• Are you seeking an opportunity to gain valuable experience in a lab?
• Enhance your skills with insights from the agricultural sector
• Exciting opportunities available for motivated individuals in casual roles at our Bibra Lake location!

CSBP Fertilisers - We’re here for better growth
At CSBP Fertilisers, we strive to create a sustainable environment that encourages better growth – for our people, growers and communities.
Agriculture has come a long way, over 110 years, and CSBP Fertilisers have been there every step of the way. As industry leaders in soil nutrition, we proactively invest in cutting-edge research, technology, and digital solutions to promote sustainable nutrient management practices, ensuring safer and more sustainable food production while supporting growers and local communities.
CSBP Fertilisers is proud to be a part of Wesfarmers Limited, one of Australia's largest publicly listed companies. Wesfarmers Chemicals, Energy and Fertilisers (WESCEF) portfolio of businesses supplies fertilisers that enrich the crops and nourish local and international communities, natural gas that warms our homes, and products that underpin critical existing and emerging industries.
Targeting Net Zero scopes 1 and 2 by 2050, Wes CEF companies are known for positive culture, commercial success, and business growth opportunities. Wes CEF has operations around Australia and employs around 1,500 people nationally.
About the role:
In this highly sought-after casual position as a Sample Preparer/Receivals Assistant you will support our high throughput CSBP Soil and Plant Analysis Agricultural Laboratory to meet business demands during the busy soil analysis season.
To succeed in this role you will carry out routine tasks accurately and efficiently with confidence in your adherence to strict methodologies for sample preparation. Attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions are vital for this role. You will be proactive in maintaining a safe working environment, and take pride in delivering quality and consistency in your work as part of an accountable, high performing team.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Sieving and grinding soil and plant samples for analysis by our Technicians.
• Washing of lab equipment and general cleaning of the sample receivals and sample preparation areas.
• Receiving and sorting soil samples from farm, agribusiness and research customers.
• Be proactive in maintaining a safe working environment.
• Take pride in delivering quality and consistency in your work.

Skills & experience you will have:

• Prioritise safety for self and others in all practices
• A high attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent multi-tasking abilities
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Our team of casual Sample Receivals and Preparer Assistants are rostered in line with the demands of our busy season, with shifts rostered between the laboratory’s operating hours of 6am-6pm during the summer months.
Please be aware that inclusion in the casual pool does not guarantee a set number of shifts or hours throughout the season. We'll begin training in November, but things are expected to get busier in December and January.
We are committed to building a talented, engaged and diverse team who reflect the communities we work within. Our work environment embraces a mix of thinking, skills and experiences, which in turn helps us deliver innovation and improved business results.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Applications close: 5pm (AWST) 20th October 2024.
We reserve the right to commence the recruitment process prior to the closing date. It is recommended to apply as soon as possible.