Fire Assay Technician - Perth, Australia - Australian Laboratory Services

Australian Laboratory Services

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Perth, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Perth based - competitive rates

Great team and flexible workplace
Immediate start

The Role:
ALS is seeking Fire Assay Technicians for our metallurgical services business in Perth WA.

Successful applicants will become part of its busy mineral testing laboratories that strives to exceed customer expectations by delivering quality results on time, and by maintaining strong relationships with its clients.

We are seeking to recruit full-time staff. The laboratory is based in the Balcatta, a northern suburb of Perth. This is not FIFO mine site position.

The day to day

Applicants will be based in the Balcatta laboratory, typical duties include:

All aspects of the fire assay process including weighing, fluxing, pouring, de-slagging, cupellation and prilling
Wet chemistry (aqua regia and amalgam) digestions of prills
Scorification
Any additional tasks required by the Area Supervisor and/or Senior Management

The essentials

These are physically demanding positions that require applicants to be physically fit, have access to reliable transportation and be able to work day or afternoon shift as required.

Applicants with previous experience in similar laboratory or mine site roles will be highly regarded, however, training will be provided for successful applicants with no experience.

Good numerical, communication, organisational and time management skills
Be detail oriented, highly motivated and an ability to problem solve
A moderate level of computer literacy
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
A high regard for personal safety and the safety of others

Benefits & Culture:
At ALS we believe that the people we employ are what makes ALS the great company it is today.

We offer many benefits to staff, including and not limited to:

Health fund discounts with Bupa & HCF
Corporate superannuation benefits with Sun Super.
Online learning system with extensive modules of choice.
Friendly working environment with accessible management.
We actively support a diverse workforce and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.