Laboratory Technician

Job No: KAR770
Location: Karara Mine Site

Karara Mining Limited is a joint venture between Gindalbie Metals Limited and AnSteel, one of the largest iron ore producers and steel makers in China. Karara operates an iron ore mine and associated infrastructure in the mid-west region of W.A.  The operation is designed for a +30 year mine life and production of 8Mtpa.  It comprises a long life and world-class magnetite deposit; dedicated rail infrastructure; and an integrated train load-out/ship loading facility at our Geraldton port operations.

Karara is breaking new ground with the development and ongoing operation of the first significant iron ore mine in the mid- west.

We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Laboratory Technician to join the team based at the Karara mine site on an 8:6 roster.

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.

Key responsibilities;

  • Perform laboratory tests and procedures (the main equipment/tasks include sample preparation, XRF operation, sizings, sampling, and metallurgical lab tests)
  • Complete tasks in both the chemical and metallurgical laboratories
  • Maintain a high level of housekeeping in both the sample preparation and analytical laboratories
  • Ensure daily workloads are planned to meet daily deadlines for the turnaround of results
  • Lead by example in all matters of safety behaviour
  • Establish and maintain good working relationships with all internal and external departments with the stake holdings in KML

Key requirements;

  • Knowledge and experience of chemical or metallurgical laboratories
  • Computer literate
  • At least 3 years’ experience working in a mining laboratory environment
  • Strong time management and organisational skills.
  • Solid communication and relationship building skills
  • Committed team player

The Karara lifestyle It is only a short commute (45 minutes) from Perth to our purpose-built airstrip at Karara. This provides the opportunity for you to spend more time at home and less time travelling. The mid-west offers a more temperate climate than other iron ore mining regions in the Pilbara region.

The Karara village is brand new and offers high quality amenities with ensuited rooms, Telstra 3G mobile coverage; an eco-walking/jogging trail in a natural bush setting, as  well as swimming pool, mini golf, tennis, cricket, gym and volleyball facilities.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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