The Role
The Laboratory Technician plays a critical role in delivering accurate, reliable, and timely analytical results that support refinery operations and product quality.
Working within a shift team, this role requires a strong commitment to safe work practices, quality systems, and consistent execution, as well as a proactive mindset toward continuous improvement.
Laboratory Technicians are expected to take ownership of their work, contribute positively to team culture, and support the development of robust laboratory systems.
This is a permanent full time position based at our Kwinana Refinery on a split sportsman roster.
Key Responsibilities
Safety, Care & Compliance
Actively contribute to a robust health, safety, environmental, and quality culture
Perform all tasks in accordance with Covalent SHE&C; requirements, statutory obligations, and laboratory procedures
Report incidents, hazards, and near misses, and participate in investigations where required
• Demonstrate care for personal safety and the safety of others in all laboratory activities
Quality & Accountability
Conduct analytical testing in accordance with approved methods, QA/QC requirements, and agreed standards
Ensure procedures are followed consistently and deviations are escalated appropriately
Identify and report QC non conformances to the Laboratory Supervisor
• Participate in laboratory and quality audits as required




Technical & Operational Delivery
Operation, calibration, maintenance, and verification of laboratory instruments
Perform analytical techniques including: o ICP, AAS, UV Vis, colour and spectrophotometric analyses
o Titration (manual and instrumental)
o Water quality testing
o Fusion, digestion, and leaching of samples
o Particle sizing (laser diffraction and sieving)
o Gravimetric analysis
o Sample preparation (dewatering, filtration, splitting, pressing, grinding)
• Use LIMS accurately and consistently to record and manage data
Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
• Work collaboratively with laboratory team members across shifts to ensure consistency and reliability
Contribute ideas and observations that support laboratory improvement, efficiency, and quality outcomes
Support training and knowledge sharing within the team when required
Role Requirements
• 3–5 years' experience in mining, minerals processing, or chemical processing laboratories
• Demonstrated experience working within QA/QC systems
• Experience with ICP or AAS, auto titrators, and UV Vis
• Knowledge of laser particle sizing and/or sieving techniques
• Experience with sample preparation equipment (pulveriser, press, riffle splitter) – desirable
• Experience with fusion and digestion protocols – desirable

📌 Technician Laboratory (Kwinana) (Western Australia)
🏢 Covalent Lithium
📍 Western Australia