EMPLOYMENT

Imagine your future with us At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you'll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future. As Australia's largest Hydrographics team, we provide critical environmental monitoring services to water authorities, government agencies, and private sector clients across the country. The Role We are seeking a motivated Trainee Field Technician/Hydrographer to join our Mackay-based North Queensland Operations team. This rare trainee opportunity offers hands-on experience, formal qualifications, and one-on-one mentoring to launch your career in hydrography. You will learn how to install, maintain, and operate environmental monitoring stations, collect high-quality data, and support a range of water monitoring projects. As part of your development, you'll complete a Diploma of Water Operations (Hydrography) and gain industry-recognised training including 4WD and advanced first aid. The Day to Day Assist in delivering best-practice environmental monitoring services. Support the installation, servicing, and maintenance of automatic environmental monitoring stations. Collect and verify environmental data using specialist software. Maintain accurate field records, observations, and calibrations. Help measure water flow in rivers, creeks, and drains. Assist with manual sampling from surface water and groundwater. Travel to remote regions of Queensland for short weekday trips. The Essentials Interest in environmental monitoring, sampling, or hydrographic work Qualification in environmental science, water resources, or similar (desirable) Good organisational skills and attention to detail Willingness to work outdoors in varied conditions Ability to work well in a team and take guidance from mentors Manual driver's licence (4WD experience desirable) Ability to swim Eligible to enrol in the Diploma of Water Operations (Hydrography) Working at ALS Our people drive our success at ALS. We are a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other. At ALS, you'll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential. We invest in our people with a range of programs and provide opportunities across the company, giving our people scope to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible, and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet, and the communities where we work. Our benefits include: Health fund discounts with Bupa Opportunity to salary sacrifice car costs with Autopia Corporate superannuation benefits with Australian Retirement Trust Online learning system with extensive modules of choice Friendly working environment with accessible management Influenza vaccinations Opportunities to progress and develop your career within ALS, including global mobility Everyone matters ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued. About ALS ALS is a global leader in scientific testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in more than 60 countries across a wide range of industries, including environment, food and beverage, mining, personal care, pharmaceutical, healthcare and equipment reliability. Using state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies, our dedicated international teams deliver the highest-quality testing services and personalised solutions supported by local expertise. We help our clients leverage the power of data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.