Ensure high‑quality geological sample preparation
Oversee budgets and laboratory workflows
Full time, ongoing role based in Hobart (relocation allowance may be considered for the ideal candidate)
About The Opportunity
The Lapidary Manager will work within the Centre for Ore Deposit and Earth Sciences (CODES) within the School of Natural Sciences. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing geological (rock and sediment) and other related samples for analytical analyses using existing methods within the CODES Analytical Laboratories (CAL).
CODES contributes to the University of Tasmania's strategies of creating a zero-carbon economy and responding to the climate and ecological crisis through researching critical and strategic minerals. CAL maintains geoanalytical facilities for the University and provides analytical services for industry and government partners in Tasmania and beyond.
What You'll Do
Oversee budgets and the daily operational workflow of the Lapidary laboratory.
Undertake equipment maintenance and oversee equipment upgrades.
Be responsible for safe operation of the Lapidary laboratory.
Oversee and participate in sample preparation to a professional and high-quality standard.
Build and manage effective relationships with customers and researchers to understand and consistently meet their requirements.
What We're Looking For
Experience cutting, lapping, and polishing rocks or similar skills.
Experience managing the day-to-day operations of a laboratory or workshop and technical workflows.
Basic knowledge of rock and mineral properties (e.g., hardness, cleavage and fracture).
Demonstrated ability to use computers, including the use of spreadsheet and word processing software packages.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment along with well-developed organisational and written skills.
Awareness in the management of WH&S issues involved in an analytical laboratory environment.
Salary details
Appointment to this role will be at HEO 7 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $130,943 comprising base salary within the range of $101,821 to $111,917 plus 17% superannuation.
How To Apply
To apply online, please provide the following supporting documentation:
Resume
Cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role
Your responses to the success criteria from the Position Description below
For further information about this position, please contact Jeffrey Oalmann, Manager CODES Analytical Laboratory, or
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For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.
Position Description Lapidary
Applications close Thursday, 26 February 2026, 11.55pm
The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.
As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.
To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.