Metallurgical Laboratory Technician

The Core Group; Albion; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Location: Inner-city Brisbane

Training & professional development

Varied and rewarding work

Exposure to metallurgical testing and

Flexible work roster

GP appointments for candidate and

Job summary

Core Resources, based in Brisbane, seeks a Laboratory Technician to support metallurgical testing and lab operations.

You will conduct testwork, ensure safety, and work with a team to meet project timelines in a dynamic laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Certificate III/IV in Laboratory Techniques or similar is required.
• Minimum of 2+ years mineral processing/hydrometallurgical testwork experience is a must-have for the role.
• Hydrometallurgical testwork experience will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Uphold all safety systems and participate in laboratory safety initiatives and meetings.
• Conduct metallurgical testwork including sample preparation, comminution, flotation, leaching and other hydrometallurgical test work.
• Work as part of a close-knit team to execute laboratory test work according to project schedules.
• Contribute to general housekeeping tasks including cleaning, waste disposal, sample administration, inventory stocktake and warehousing.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Data entry

MS Excel

Shift work

Hazardous chemicals handling

Education

Certificate III/IV in Laboratory Techniques

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Core Resources, based in Brisbane, is a leader in the provision of integrated metallurgical and process engineering services to the mining and resources industry. Core's goal is to develop innovative and sustainable solutions to complex metallurgical problems allowing our clients to realise the value of their projects. Core's business integrates real world experience, process engineering excellence and laboratory rigour to deliver process solutions for our clients. Core also owns and markets leading process technologies. We offer a stimulating and challenging technical environment, servicing a global client base across critical, base and precious metals. Core has a 20-year history and is currently in a strong growth phase.

The Role

Consideration only given to applicants with a right to work in Australia.

This position will be offered as a full-time role on a 12 month contract or a permanent role for the right candidate. Opportunity available for a Senior role.

Reporting to the General Manager - Laboratory Operations, you will:

Uphold all safety systems and display a safety nature that takes precedence over all things. Actively participate in laboratory safety initiatives and meetings.

Conduct metallurgical testwork including sample preparation, comminution, flotation, leaching and other hydrometallurgical test work.

Work as part of a close-knit team to execute laboratory test work according to project schedules.

Contribute to general housekeeping tasks which include cleaning, waste disposal, sample administration, inventory stocktake and warehousing.

Skills & Experience

The successful applicant will demonstrate the following:

Minimum of a Certificate III/IV in Laboratory Techniques or similar is required.

Minimum of 2+ years mineral processing/hydrometallurgical testwork experience is a must-have for the role. Similar experience in a commercial metallurgical laboratory will be highly regarded.

Hydrometallurgical testwork experience will be highly regarded.

A commitment to conducting all work safely in accordance with standard operating procedures.

A strong focus on safety, quality and teamwork.

Ability to follow set test methods, procedures and instructions.

Experience working with hazardous chemicals and SDS.

Mechanical aptitude to fix and trouble shoot equipment; a working knowledge of using hand tools is important.

Intermediate level MS Excel proficiency required including functions for data entry and reporting.

Be willing to learn new things and contribute to all areas of the laboratory.

Ability to work shift work including afternoon and night shifts if required.

What We Can Offer You

• Inner-city Brisbane location close to public transport.
• Training and professional development across a wide range of mineral and hydrometallurgical processes.
• Varied work that is challenging and rewarding.
• Opportunity to join an award winning business and gain exposure to metallurgical testing, process engineering and technical consulting environments.
• Opportunities for a flexible work roster.
• Free GP appointments for the candidate and their family.

Consideration only given to applicants with a right to work in Australia.