We’re looking for a FIFO Laboratory Assistant to join our relief pool based in Perth. In this role, you’ll support different onsite laboratories as needed, helping keep day-to-day testing running smoothly. This is a hands-on position suited to someone who enjoys practical work, variety, and being part of a team.
You’ll be comfortable working in a laboratory workplace, following transparent procedures, and maintaining accuracy while handling samples.
Responsibilites include however, are not limited to:
Loading, unloading, sorting and weighing samples onto drying racks
Making sure samples stay in the correct numerical order at all times
Analysing mineral samples using laboratory equipment such as ICP, XRF and AAS
Checking incoming samples against submission forms and recording any missing or extra samples
Milling samples and transferring sub-samples into packets, following quality and contamination control procedures
Assisting with screening, crushing and other laboratory tasks as required