Laboratory Assistant - Callide Mine Site

About the role

ALS Coal in Gladstone/Biloela, Queensland is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for its Callide Mine Site on a permanent full-time basis. The role supports coal sampling, testing and laboratory operations on a rotating roster of day and night shifts, in a position suited to someone with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude and a commitment to safety and quality.

Key responsibilities

• Perform manual handling safely and efficiently
• Carry out routine coal sampling and testing, including crushing and dividing samples
• Support coal preparation activities and load/unload samples from plant streams
• Assist with sample preparation and analysis
• Carry out general laboratory duties and maintain laboratory equipment and work areas
• Follow site safety procedures and quality standards
• Collaborate with team members across multiple sites and travel between sites, day and night when required

Required profile

• Positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality
• Organisational and communication skills, able to work independently and unsupervised
• Flexibility to work additional shifts
• Valid driver's licence
• Ability to wear and work in full PPE and to handle samples in frequent hot conditions
• Eligible to work in Australia (citizen or permanent resident, or holder of a valid working visa)

Required skills

• Basic computer skills with email, Excel and data entry
• Desirable but not essential: previous laboratory experience, mining, coal preparation or resource industry experience, and sample preparation and testing experience

To apply, submit an online application with a resume and cover letter.