Technician

• Fixed- term full-time opportunity (parental leave) until September 2026
• Working with our Victorian Transplantation and Immunogenetics Services team
• Salary starting from $62K base + super + salary packaging
• Located at Melbourne Processing Centre in West Melbourne, VIC

Discover life-giving possibilities

Lifeblood is more than just a job or a career, it’s an opportunity to be part of something that matters. As an organisation, our purpose is simple: life giving donations, for life changing outcomes. Together, we want to help you build a fulfilling career with Lifeblood.
 

About the role  

We are currently seeking a Technician to join our Victorian Transplantation and Immunogenetics Services (VTIS) team at our Melbourne Processing Centre in West Melbourne, VIC.

As a Technician, you will support the work we do to provide diagnostic laboratory testing for transplantation matching, identification of genes and antibodies affecting the immune response for tissue typing and investigations into leucocyte-related transfusion reactions.

A day as a Technician could see you:

• Provide sample booking and coordination
• Prepare samples for testing
• Contact medical professionals and pathology laboratories to ensure appropriate testing is undertaken
• Ensure adherence to quality requirements
• Provide laboratory support

Sound interesting? Here’s what we’re looking for: 

• Technical qualification and/or relevant experience
• Experienced data entry with high level accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft office programs
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to organise and prioritise tasks
• Understanding and use of quality systems
• Previous experience in the use of a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) highly desirable
• Bachelor of Science or equivalent with major in immunology and/or genetics desirable

Benefits and Wellbeing

We place our employee's well-being at the forefront and express gratitude and care for one another. As an Australian Workplace Equality Index recognised employer and one of Australia’s menopause-friendly organisations, we celebrate diversity and support all our people.

In addition to being a part of an organisation that is the heartbeat of the nation, you will have access to the following:

• Ability to purchase additional annual leave
• Access to salary packaging with an option to package up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment
• 14 weeks paid parental leave - no waiting period for either parent
• Our dedicated employee assistance program - Sonder that you can access 24/7 from an app on your phone
• Plus, many more!

Is Lifeblood your reason? Apply NOW!

We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant. You’ll hear from us with an outcome after your application has been reviewed and assessed. For further details on this position, or if you require adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to Svet via ssubotic@redcrossblood.org.au.

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This vacancy is being managed directly by Lifeblood’s Talent Acquisition team. We won’t accept candidates from external recruitment agencies on this occasion.