Fire Assayer/Photon Operator

About the company

Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Intertek Total Quality Assurance expertise, delivered consistently with precision, pace and passion, enabling our customers to power ahead safely

About the role

Working with a team of enthusiastic and experienced Lab Technicians, Fire Assayers and Photon Operators, we are actively seeking additional personnel to join the ranks. Located in Maddington WA, our team provide quality services to clients processing mineral samples using Fire Assay techniques.

Duties

The primary tasks and responsibilities of the roles include, but are not limited to:

• Weigh samples based on mineralogy,
• Acid test work on all Fire Assay samples,
• Fuse and Cupel samples
• Prepare Cupels
• Handle, modify and apply various flux reagents
• Lead and Prill collection
• Identify and rectify poor fusions in routine situations
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment and plant
• Other duties as required including but not limited to Sample preparation.

Role requirements

The position requires the successful candidate to:

• Have good communication skills
• Be able to work in a team, as well as individually as required
• Fire Assay experience, or laboratory experience
• Be physically fit
• Be able to work a rotating 7/7 shift (11.5hrs p/day) roster including morning, night shifts.
• Certificate III in Laboratory Skills or equivalent qualification preferred, or willingness to undertake training

Photon Operator

Perform operational and maintenance functions on the automated equipment as required.

• Follow all documented procedures to ensure maintenance of quality accreditation.
• Conduct general cleaning and maintenance of the sample station and processing unit.
• QA/QC
• Work efficiently to achieve a consistent level of production.
• Perform housekeeping and keep a tidy work area.
• Other appropriate duties as instructed by the Shift Supervisor.

Culture

Intertek is a global organisation which respects diverse perspectives, experiences and traditions as essential, and values each employee's contributions towards achieving its business objectives.

Benefits

An hourly rate commensurate with experience plus allowances as applicable.

How to apply, who to contact

Only applicants with an existing right to work in Australia will be considered.

Please apply via the "apply now" button below. Please also note that only successful applicants will be contacted.

Previous experience considered, Entry level considered.

Intertek embraces diversity and is committed to equal opportunity. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Australian candidates to apply.