Laboratory Operator - Mining Quality & Process

Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine (Pty) Ltd

Limpopo

On-site

ZAR 180,000 - 300,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine (Pty) Ltd invites applications for a Laboratory Assistant capable of handling sample collection, preparation and analysis in a mining environment. The role requires a Grade 12 with Maths and Physical Science, plus a valid Code 08 driver’s licence.

An advantage is a National Diploma/BSc in Analytical Chemistry and ISO-17025 training. Responsibilities include obtaining and preparing samples, assisting in instrument preparation, reporting results, and ensuring quality

Qualifications

Must have 6 months to 1 year practical exposure in laboratory process equipment and mining environment.
Strong ability to obtain, prepare and test samples to support plant optimisation and calibration.

Responsibilities

Obtain, prepare and test samples to support plant optimisation and calibration.
Collect samples from sample cutters, stockpiles, and dispatch trucks for laboratory analysis.
Prepare samples for analysis on instruments and assist in sample preparation by weighing and fusing samplers.
Analyse samples on analytical equipment and report results to supervisor per analysis procedures.
Verify moisture analyser, sieve sizes, oven function and record results with recommendations.
Take pH readings and adjust solutions as required to standardise measurements.