Laboratory Operator - Iron Ore Laboratory
Competitive hourly pay range + super paid on all hours worked
******** roster | FIFO from Perth
Opportunity working at Rio Tinto at West Angelas
Rio Tinto is a global mining and materials company operating in 35 countries, producing the materials essential to modern life.
Their operations are built on safety, innovation, inclusion and creating value for communities, customers and shareholders.
Through Rio Tinto's partnership with Chandler Macleod, we are seeking an experienced Laboratory Operator for West Angelas
This is a great opportunity to join a safety-focused team working on site with Rio Tinto.
You'll work alongside experienced crews, supporting day-to-day operations while contributing to safe and reliable outcomes.
Reporting to the Supervisor, your responsibilities will include:
Receive, register, and track production, exploration, grade control, rail, port, and customer samples.
Prepare samples using laboratory equipment including crushers, rotary splitters, pulverisers, dryers, and screening equipment.
Ensure representative sampling and preparation practices are maintained in accordance with approved procedures.
Manage sample retention and storage requirements.
Analytical Testing
Conduct routine iron ore analyses including Moisture determinatio
Loss on Ignition (LOI)
Particle Size Distribution (PSD)
Lump and fines testing
Bulk density testing
Sample screening and sizing
Operate and monitor analytical equipment such as:




X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF)
LECO analysers
Moisture analysers
Sample preparation equipment
About You
Previous experience in a mining, mineral processing, or industrial laboratory environment.
Strong commitment to safety leadership and protected work practices.
Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
Good computer literacy and experience entering analytical data.
Strong attention to detail and quality focus.
Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Dedication to everyone's safety
Ability to pass pre-employment medical and other testing
Why Join Chandler Macleod?
Competitive hourly pay range paid weekly
Superannuation paid on all hours worked
Consistent roster and work-life balance
Opportunity to gain experience with Rio Tinto
Dedicated Chandler Macleod support team
Access to future opportunities across Rio Tinto operations
Diversity & Inclusion
Everyone is welcome at Chandler Macleod.
We believe the best ideas come from diverse perspectives and inclusive teams.
We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, females, neurodiverse people, people living with disability and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Together, we're creating workplaces where people feel they belong, can be themselves and have the opportunity to thrive
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📌 Lab Operator (Western Australia)
🏢 Chandler Macleod
📍 Western Australia