Laboratory Field Assistant (3 months Fixed-term)
This is a 3-month fixed-term role located at Narngulu Dry Plant & Port Gregory Mine Site. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, 9 hours per day, with a 4 days on / 4 days off rotation.
Position Purpose
Reporting to the Laboratory Supervisor and Exploration Manager, the Laboratory Field Assistant assists exploration drilling activities and completes analyses of samples.
Key Responsibilities – Exploration Field Work
* Assist the Exploration geologist with any and all exploration activities as required.
* Sample bag organization, pick-up and dispatch.
* Completion of end-to-end drill program activities from drill hole pegging, sample collection, consumables management and rehabilitation.
* Assist with data entry.
* Attend to miscellaneous requests from Laboratory Supervisor/Exploration Geologist/Shift Supervisor/Superintendent/Mine Manager/General Manager.
* Conduct regular risk assessments.
Key Responsibilities – Laboratory
* Maintain a clean and tidy work area.
* Collect samples by the appropriate sampling methods.
* Conduct regular quality analyses using various laboratory equipment, techniques and methods.
* Sampling, sorting and assaying of mine infill drilling samples.
* Maintain database of all sample details and results, prepare summaries as required.
* Attend to miscellaneous requests from Laboratory Supervisor/Shift Supervisor/DP Superintendent/Production Manager/General Manager.
Essential Qualifications and Experience
* Completed Year 12 Math, Science and English or equivalent experience.
* Certificate III in Laboratory Skills (MSL30122) or equivalent qualification (desirable).
* Basic understanding of laboratory processes including sampling, analyses, and reporting (desirable).
* Computer Literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word) and online software packages.
* Intermediate data entry skills.
* Able to lift a minimum of 10 kg and capable of physical outdoor work.
* Current Class C licence as a minimum.
* Must be able to pass pre-employment medical and DAS.
* Able to work in remote areas and small field teams.
Relevant Skills and Competencies
* Excellent time management skills.
* Complete analyses with precision and accuracy to produce high quality results.
* Reliable attention to detail and procedures.
* Positive and confident manner with a cooperative approach to people.
* Ability to work well in a team environment and autonomously.
* Effective communication both written and verbal.
* Willingness and ability to complete training as required.
* Attention to detail and patience to sustain repetitive tasks.
Employee Benefits
* Leave for all of life's reasons (Annual, Personal, Community Service, Parental, Long Service Leave).
* 2x Protected Public holidays.
* Flexible work arrangements.
* Generous employee incentive scheme (Bonus).
* Superannuation above statutory minimums for long term employees.
* Gym Membership Program.
* Employee Assistance Program.
We offer competitive salaries, transport to and from our Port Gregory operations as well as paid lunch and tea breaks.
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