Casual Laboratory Technician – Sample Preparation (Pilot Plant and R&D Support)
Location: Western Australia
Employment Type: Full time
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to support our small-scale sample preparation laboratory servicing both the pilot plant and R&D teams. This role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals with a degree in Chemistry (or related discipline) who are looking to gain hands-on laboratory experience.
Key Responsibilities
* Sample Management: Log, track, and organise incoming solid and liquid samples from the pilot plant and R&D laboratory.
* Sample Preparation: Perform (or be trained to perform) microwave digestion of solid samples and prepare dilutions of liquid samples for ICP-OES/MS analysis.
* Routine Measurements: Conduct pH, conductivity, and ISE measurements to support ongoing plant operations.
* Safety & Compliance: Follow strict procedures for the safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous, toxic, and corrosive reagents. Monitor lab environmental conditions to reduce contamination risks.
* Documentation: Maintain accurate and organised records of sample preparation, analytical procedures, and data to support process optimisation and R&D work.
About You
* Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Sciences, or a closely related field (required).
* No prior laboratory work experience necessary — full training provided.
* Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately.
* Good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
* Interest in analytical chemistry, minerals processing, or pilot-scale operations is highly regarded.
What We Offer
* Extensive hands-on training in sample preparation and analytical workflows.
* Opportunity to work alongside experienced chemists and process engineers.
* A great entry point into the minerals, chemical, or analytical laboratory industries.
We recently filled this role on a casual basis with an excellent candidate who is now relocating internationally. Our activities are progressing and as a result, the position is being re-advertised as full time. If you’re interested, we welcome a new application, as earlier submissions will not be reviewed.