Laboratory Technician - Mine Site (FIFO)

About the role

A high-performing mine-site laboratory team is looking for an experienced Laboratory Technician for a 4-month FIFO contract, with potential for extension. The role suits someone with strong XRF, automated laboratory systems and LIMS experience who can support day-to-day laboratory operations.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, analyse and validate samples with a strong focus on accuracy, precision and turnaround times
• Operate X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) and automated laboratory systems
• Perform preventative and breakdown maintenance on laboratory equipment
• Identify and report deviations, errors and equipment issues
• Support logical troubleshooting and laboratory investigations
• Maintain high standards of safety, health and wellbeing

Required profile

• Proven experience in XRF laboratory operations
• Strong exposure to automated laboratory systems
• Experience using Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
• High level of computer literacy
• Current Manual C Class WA Driver's Licence
• Previous mine-site laboratory experience highly regarded
• Permanent residency or citizenship within Australia required

Roster and contract

• FIFO mine-site position, 7 days on / 7 off, 12-hour shifts
• Immediate start; approximately 4 months, with potential to extend