Lithium Lab Technician - Join a World-Class Production Team

Tianqi Lithium Energy Australia; Perth; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with performance‑dr

Discretionary bonus

Additional Superannuation

Award and recognition program

Long service leave after 5 years

Supportive colleagues

Job summary

Tianqi Lithium Energy Australia seeks a dedicated Laboratory Technician to join the Kwinana plant team. You will prepare and produce analytical data supporting lithium hydroxide production, ensuring safe, timely, and high-quality results that inform plant performance and cost efficiency.

The role requires at least 3 years of lab experience, a Diploma or higher in Laboratory Techniques, and proficiency with WD-XRF, ICP-OES, AAS and LIMS.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience as a laboratory technician in a commercial, mining or production Laboratory.
• Diploma or higher in Laboratory Techniques
• Experience with laboratory equipment and software systems such as WD-XRF, ICP-OES, AAS and LIMS.
• Sound knowledge of quality assurance and quality control management practises.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrated commitment to the maintenance of a safe working environment
• Comply with all relevant standards in the Laboratory Quality Manual and Company policies, procedures and work instructions
• Prepare samples for analysis
• Operate and maintain Laboratory equipment
• Co-ordinate and prioritise work to ensure efficient completion of analyses to meet turnaround times
• Register jobs, enter data, review results and generate reports using the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Assist in method development and validation projects and the writing of Standard Work Instructions (SWI) and procedures
• Actively participate in continuous improvement processes
• Participate in all Laboratory activities including shift change, toolbox and safety meetings, audits and professional development training
• Perform tasks as assigned by the Senior Laboratory Technician

Skills

Laboratory experience

Quality mindset

Education

Diploma or higher in Laboratory Techniques

Tools

WD-XRF

ICP-OES

AAS

LIMS

Job description

Tianqi Lithium Energy Australia seeks a dedicated Laboratory Technician to join the Kwinana plant team. You will prepare and produce analytical data supporting lithium hydroxide production, ensuring safe, timely, and high-quality results that inform plant performance and cost efficiency.

The role requires at least 3 years of lab experience, a Diploma or higher in Laboratory Techniques, and proficiency with WD-XRF, ICP-OES, AAS and LIMS.