Laboratory Technician

Type:
Casual
Salary:
$44 - $50 per hour
Published:
March 3rd, 2025
Location:
Olary, South Australia, Australia
Reference:
BH-296947
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About the company/role:
Our client is a radioactive mining company based in regional SA. They have commenced an exciting project with established infrastructure already in place including a well-maintained plant. Our client has a highly-skilled operational and development team, and they are looking for a laboratory technician to report to the senior laboratory technician. 
 
Responsibilities include:
  • ICP and XRF testing of radioactive samples
  • Prepare samples, register in LIMS and check results prior to release
  • Adherence and participation with safety systems and safe work Instructions
  • Maintain the laboratory quality control system
  • Calibration of laboratory equipment
  • Ordering laboratory consumables
Skills/experience:
  • Tertiary qualifications in chemistry or similar field
  • Experience with ICP and XRF testing
  • Experience working with a mining company
  • Understanding and demonstration of Good Laboratory Practice
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Confident, self-driven individual
Culture & Benefits:
  • Excellent hourly rate
  • 8 days work, followed by 6 consecutive days off
  • Fly from Adelaide directly to the mining site
  • Own bedroom, toilet, and TV with Netflix
  • Food provided on site
  • Gym and basketball courts on site
Apply!
If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).  
Or, if you have any questions, please contact Claire on 02 8071 4290.
 

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