Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Manger Level 2
Remuneration: $114,251.00 - $134,809.00 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ653174
Location: Forensic and Analytical Science Services Lidcombe
Applications Close: 20 April 2026 - 11:59pm
About the opportunity
We have an opportunity for a Training Officer to join our Forensic & Environmental Toxicology operations at FASS, providing leadership in the training of dynamic teams of scientific professionals delivering highly specialised analytical services to a range of stakeholders, such as NSW Coroners Court, NSW Police Force and the Ministry of Health. This role is highly collaborative, working with leaders and teams in Forensic & Environmental Toxicology, as well as more broadly across FASS and NSW Health Pathology. If we are able to develop an eligibility list, there may also be an opportunity for an additional Training Officer position in our Criminalistics operations at FASS.
FASS is part of NSW Health Pathology, and specialises in providing independent and objective forensic analysis to the criminal and coronial justice systems, as well as quality scientific analysis that contributes to community health and safety. Our services include illicit drug analysis, forensic & drug toxicology, chemical criminalistics, forensic biology and DNA, forensic medicine, and environmental toxicology.
What you'll be doing
To develop, implement and maintain a comprehensive competency-based training program for all scientific and technical staff in the Unit, including provision of training where appropriate. The role supports the Manager and Unit in ensuring staff are suitably trained to maintain a reliable service to the stakeholder/s, and consequently to the creation of better health and justice systems in NSW.
What we can offer you
* Work-life balance - Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave (Forensic Toxicology) or 9 day fortnight (Criminalistics)
* Professional growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning
* Health & wellbeing - Fitness Passport gym discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families.
Interested in joining Australia's largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions:
* Hold a Science tertiary qualification relevant to Forensic & Environmental Toxicology and/or Forensic Chemistry, or an equivalent qualification relevant to analytical or forensic science to which the role applies.
* Have completed or be registered for the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or equivalent, have demonstrated relevant training experience and knowledge of contemporary training methods.
* Demonstrated experience or advanced knowledge in methods and associated technology in the field of Forensic & Environmental Toxicology and/or Forensic Chemistry, in an accredited laboratory or relevant environment.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills with demonstrated experience in giving lectures or presentations, including the ability to educate internal and external stakeholders, and ability to develop training programs.
* Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, policies and accreditation criteria that impact the laboratory training program, including work heath and safety, privacy and quality improvement requirements.
* Well-developed capability to display initiative, problem solving and analytical skills including an ability to follow procedures when investigating general issues.
* Demonstrated organisational and time management skills with the ability to work in a responsible and efficient manner, effectively manage competing priorities; while ensuring attention to detail, precision and maintaining accountability of work completed.
* Demonstrated capacity to adopt and model the NSWHP RITES values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Excellence and Safety.
Information For Applicants
* NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We value, and welcome all suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
* NSW Health Pathology is committed to providing accessibility and reasonable accommodations and ensuring our recruitment process is flexible, inclusive, and free from barriers, promoting equal opportunities for all to succeed. Please reach out if you need adjustments.
* NSW Health Pathology is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce in public health. For Aboriginal candidates, support is available through the Stepping Up website
* You must have valid working rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment to be eligible to apply.
* All workers must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2024_15 for more detail. The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.
* An eligibility list may be created for similar vacancies in the future.
* We encourage applicants to submit responses that reflect their own experiences and perspectives. Please note that applications that appear to be generated by AI tools or copied from external sources may not be considered.
* All staff employed by NSW FASS will be required to supply a reference buccal sample so that their DNA profile can be compared to other generated profiles to exclude the possibility of contamination.
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