Dulux Group
Contract Chemist
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Opportunity details
- Graduate Job or Program
- AUD 55,000 - 59,999 / Year
- $55,000 - $59,999
- 1 vacancies
- Apply by 31 Jan 2020
The Opportunity
Due to an exciting new project, we have a unique position for a Graduate Development Chemist to join our team based at our Rocklea site in Queensland.
In this role, you will be reformulating high-quality products in accordance with agreed timelines to support the overall technical objectives of the project.
You will also be accountable for compliance with all Safety and Sustainability requirements and ensure products consistently meet end-user performance and quality expectations.
Initially a 6-month full-time contract, this will likely be extended to 12 months due to the nature of the project.
What you will bring and develop
You will have a tertiary qualification in Chemistry (or a closely related subject) and practical experience within a laboratory environment would be highly regarded.
A proactive self-starter, you will be able to work effectively within a fast-paced environment, but as a junior member of the team, you will also be able to take direction and display an eagerness to continue learning and developing in this role.
To be successful in the role you will also demonstrate;
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to multi task and take accountability for your actions and deliver to deadlines without compromising on quality
- Ability to work independently with the confidence to ask questions when unclear
- Formulation and/or QC experience will be advantageous.
Our Place:
The DuluxGroup are a leading marketer and manufacturer of premium branded products that enhance, protect and maintain the places and spaces in which people live and work. The breadth of our businesses allow our people to enjoy diverse career opportunities and offers a workplace of high achievers.
This is your opportunity to continue growing your Chemistry career and gain exposure to this critical part of our business. To submit your application please click 'Apply' now!
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Reviews
I enjoy my role because no two days are the same. Working in R&D I get to use my technical knowledge to solve problems and innovate new products. I am responsible for day-to-day maintenance of formulas and get to work with Manufacturing as well as Marketing to develop new products for our customers.
I work to develop NPD as well as maintaining the current product portfolio. Day-to-day, I balance my time in the lab making formulas and conducting testing, with research, results analysis and meetings.
Interact with customers to ensure profitable growth and satisfaction.
About the employer
Dulux Group
4.3
1,000 - 50,000 employees
Retail & Consumer Goods
With a rich history spanning over 100 years, we are the home of some of Australia and New Zealand’s most recognised and iconic brands.
Pros and cons of working at Dulux Group
Pros
Work life balance - everyone is respectful of differing working hours and will make sure team members aren't logging off too late.
+ Flexibility of Work From Anywhere. I'm able to come to the office 2 - 3 days a week and WFH for the rest! + Grad's are given a lot of opportunities to grow and expand their knowledge in their fields as well as collaborate with multiple departments and Business Units
People focus is the best value I learned at DuluxGroun
Room for flexibility, autonomy, and growth.
The people + culture, engaging work, development opportunities and constant investment in your development too
Very people focused and supports progression within the company
Cons
Technology and systems are outdated, and the process to upgrading these are slow
Some of management can be set in their ways (not all) making it hard to push through new ideas.
The outdated systems and convoluted filing systems How old and far the office is
Complicated business structure
It is a large company, which has benefits in terms of lots of different job opportunities in the same company, but a minus would be if you do not drive your own development and career goals you can get lost.