Sample Preparer - Kalgoorlie

About the role

ALS is seeking multiple Sample Preparers for its Geochemistry site in Kalgoorlie, supporting mining and exploration clients in a fast-paced warehouse. The work involves crushing, splitting and pulverising mineral samples for laboratory analysis. It is a full-time, physically demanding role in a dusty environment where a half-face respirator is mandatory and you must be clean-shaven.

The roster is Monday to Friday: day shift (8 am - 4 pm), night shift (6 pm - 4 am), or 8-day shifts followed by 4 days off (10-hour shifts). Multi-skilling and progression to more complex sample preparation and administration roles are possible. Applicants must reside in or plan to relocate to the Kalgoorlie Boulder region and hold current Australian work rights.

Key responsibilities

• Handle rock, core and drill chips
• Operate sample preparation equipment such as crushers, pulverisers, splitters and weigh scales
• Perform routine manual and labouring tasks, including lifting and standing all day
• Numerically sort and label samples
• Wear mandatory PPE, including a respirator
• Work as a team to meet daily production targets

Required profile

• Physically and mentally fit for repetitive manual tasks
• Reliable, responsible with excellent attendance
• Good verbal and writing skills, especially number recognition
• Attention to detail, honesty and integrity
• Ability to follow safety, quality and code of conduct procedures
• Willingness to work in a dusty, noisy, high/low-temperature environment with dangerous substances

To apply, register your interest online and provide a resume and cover letter.