Company Overview
Metallurgy Pty Ltd (Metallurgy), a part of SGS, is Australia's largest metallurgical group and is an industry leader in metallurgical and mineralogical testing services. Our exceptional service helps our clients unlock the value from their drilling and or testwork programs. We pride ourselves on our team of metallurgical technicians & metallurgists who can develop test-work programs targeted to convert our client samples into shareholder returns. We provide sampling, metallurgical testing & analytical services, along with pilot scale testing programs. This is an exciting time to be part of the mining and resources industry, with significant opportunities for long-term personal and professional development. Join a collaborative environment and gain exposure to over 200 years of combined metallurgical expertise across our team.
Job Description
Reporting to the Laboratory Supervisor, the Metallurgy Technician is responsible for undertaking day‐to‐day, client focused metallurgical testwork activities at Metallurgy Pty Ltd based in Welshpool. This hands on position plays a key role in sample management, laboratory preparation, and routine testwork, while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency standards are consistently met.
Key Responsibilities
* Receive, prepare, and manage samples, including inventory preparation
* Conduct a range of metallurgical testwork activities, including:
o Sample drying and weighing
o Rotary and riffle splitting
o Crushing and grinding
o Routine comminution testing and grind establishments
* Ensure project deliverables are completed on time and to a high-quality standard
* Maintain accurate records and adhere to QA/QC procedures
* Work independently using initiative, while also supporting senior technicians and team members
* Maintain strong attention to detail and consistent work standard
Qualifications
* 1 – 2 years experience in the minerals processing / production / laboratory testing industries.
* Knowledge and experience with various commodities and unit operations.
* Experience with some metallurgical laboratory operations and /or testing operations.
* A Forklift certification.
* First aid training.
EEO Statement
SGS Australia supports a diverse workforce, we encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. Providing employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is an important part of our SGS Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). We truly believe the diversity among us will continue to foster a strong, innovative, and forward-thinking workplace.
SGS Australia acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
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