Laboratory Technician

Karara Mining Limited (KML) is an Ansteel Group company. Ansteel is one of the largest iron ore producers and steel makers in China. Located 200km south-east of Geraldton, Western Australia, Karara is the largest mining operation and the first major magnetite mine in the Mid-West. It produces a premium, high-grade concentrate product for export to steelmakers.

• We are a short commute (45 minutes) from Perth to our purpose-built airstrip
• Family friendly rosters giving you more time at home and less time travelling
• Being closer to Perth the mid-west offers a more temperate climate than the Pilbara region
• Airport parking for FIFO employees

The opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Laboratory Technicianto join our Metallurgy team based at the Karara mine site. The Technician is responsible for routine and non-routine laboratory work that includes sampling, analysis, measuring, recording and interpreting results to meet deadlines and quality requirements.

This position operates on an 8 days on, 6 days off and****7 nights on, 7 nights off roster

To be successful in the role, the following is essential:

• Proven knowledge and experience in chemical or metallurgical laboratory settings
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications
• Valid WA ‘C’ Class Driver’s License
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong communication abilities and aptitude for building professional relationships
• Australian citizenship or a valid permanent work visa
• Current National Police Clearance

Desirable:

• Tertiary qualification in metallurgy or a relevant science discipline
• Experience working in mining or other heavy industry laboratories
• Familiarity with both metallurgical and chemical laboratory techniques
• Experience with XRF analysis
• Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
• Metallurgical industry experience

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work permanently in Australia.

Key Duties:

• Conduct laboratory tests and procedures, including sample preparation, XRF operation, sizing, sampling, and metallurgical analyses
• Execute tasks in both chemical and metallurgical laboratories
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards in the sample preparation and analytical laboratories
• Plan daily workloads effectively to ensure timely turnaround of results
• Demonstrate exemplary safety behavior and lead by example
• Build and sustain strong working relationships with all internal and external departments and stakeholders at KML

What we offer

• A permanent position working directly for Karara Mining Limited
• Attractive salary
• Short term incentive plan (Bonus)
• On-the-job training opportunities and development programs to further your technical and leadership skills
• The ability to salary sacrifice flights, parking, super and novated leasing etc.

Camp Facilities:

• Modern, comfortable camp accommodation - permanent rooms (no motelling)
• 1Gbps Internet Bandwidth on site to enjoy video family face time and internet surfing
• High quality gourmet food options (vegan, gluten free and healthy options)
• Large fully equipped gym facility
• Eco-walking/jogging trail in a natural bush setting, swimming pool, tennis, cricket facilities
• Village shop and supporting amenities

To learn more about, please visitwww.kararamining.com.au