Senior Laboratory Technician - Mineral Processing & R&D

Ma'aden Gold and Base Metals (MGBM); Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Maaden Gold and Base Metals (MGBM) seeks a Senior Specialist, Lab Technician to lead laboratory testing, data analysis, and technique development supporting process improvements and innovation initiatives. You will work with metallurgical teams to ensure accurate testing, reporting, and documentation within safe operations.

The role emphasizes calibration, maintenance of lab instruments, and delivering timely insights for process optimization in a high‑impact mining environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Technical certifications in laboratory operations are an advantage.
• 8-10 years of experience in data governance, master data management, or data management roles.
• Proven experience implementing enterprise data governance and MDM frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory testing, experiments, and sample analysis following defined procedures.
• Prepare samples with proper labeling, storage, and handling.
• Record, validate, and analyze test results for accuracy.
• Support metallurgical and mineral processing teams with lab-based insights.
• Assist in R&D and pilot testing programs for new processes and materials.
• Operate and maintain lab equipment, calibrate instruments, and ensure safety.
• Analyze results and prepare reports for technical stakeholders; identify trends and improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and governance requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers and technologists; share results and document findings.
• Identify opportunities to improve laboratory processes and testing methods.

Skills

Lab testing techniques

Mineral processing knowledge

Data recording & reporting

Quality control & safety

Procedural accuracy

Excel data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering

Technical certifications in laboratory operations

Job description

Maaden Gold and Base Metals (MGBM) seeks a Senior Specialist, Lab Technician to lead laboratory testing, data analysis, and technique development supporting process improvements and innovation initiatives. You will work with metallurgical teams to ensure accurate testing, reporting, and documentation within safe operations.

The role emphasizes calibration, maintenance of lab instruments, and delivering timely insights for process optimization in a high‑impact mining environment.