Test Centre Technician

Company Description

Sensor-based ore sorting machines from **TOMRA Mining** make it possible to significantly increase the efficiency and lifetime of a mine and to make use of ore deposits that could not previously be mined economically. These robust ore sorting machines are built to be able to process large quantities of rocks around the clock and selectively retrieve the hidden treasures with the help of intelligent sensor systems.

With a significant market share TOMRA Mining is the world market leader in ore sorting. The company's innovative strength has its foundations in thirty years of experience in mining. With its great appreciation for tradition and its down to earth approach, TOMRA Mining will continue to search out and expand options for extracting and sorting ore and other raw materials.

**Job Description**:
TOMRA is looking to appoint a **Test Centre Technician **to work in the Mining Test Centre in Sydney, Australia and support test centre engineers working in the testing facility with a range of responsibilities both technical and warehousing based.

The Test Centre Technician will be responsible for preparing geological samples for testing (crushing, screening, splitting, sampling of materials), shipping and receiving, labelling and data entry, forklift driving, as well as general maintenance and cleaning.
- Sample preparation for testing: Crushing, screening, splitting, sampling as well as diligent sample labelling and organization.
- Shipping and receiving of samples to and from the Test Centre. This involves getting multiple quotes, producing shipping manifests using MS Office, booking in of pick-up dates, and receiving samples into the database and facility.
- Organization, documentation, and packing of testwork samples.
- Forklift driving involving large heavy samples and various forklift attachments including jib & drum attachment.
- Cleaning, general maintenance of facility, some manual handling etc.
- Some interaction with visiting clients during witnessed testwork.

**Qualifications**:

- Keen to work in a role where tasks are varied and changing every day.
- Prepared to undergo High Risk Work license (forklift).
- Prepared to undergo other training if need be, such as Working at Heights or Working in Confined Spaces.
- Willing to undergo drug / alcohol screening and/or police clearance if necessary.
- Must be able to pass a "Fit For Work" medical for the mining environment.
- Hard worker who can handle some manual labour involving processing of mineral samples, carrying of heavy objects.
- Fluent in both spoken and written English.
- Always work with a Team approach in mind and work with all employees and customers with great respect.
- Ideally some experience in geotechnical, warehousing, forklifting, and/or stock management.
- Completion of high school.
- Australian Drivers license required.

Additional Information
**We offer**:

- Innovative and fast-growing company, strong emphasis on a positive **intercultural environment and diversity culture**;
- International working environment, a great company spirit and an open feedback culture;
- Professional and personal development: learning on the job, specialized course, conferences etc.;
- ** Norwegian corporate culture (no hierarchical thinking, transparent communication culture);**:

- Teamwork is not something to be forgotten - you will have the opportunity to work with highly qualified colleagues and to learn from each other.
- We care for the planet and want to make a difference for the future.

**Are you interested?**

Please send your updated **CV **and **motivation letter **(in short: why you are a good fit for this position).
- Tomra does not differentiate on the basis of gender, race or ethnicity, religion, color, sexual orientation or identity, disability, age, or other protected statuses as given by applicable law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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