Laboratory Technician

Newmont has recently acquired Newcrest Mining creating the world’s leading gold mining company. 

With operations around the world, our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities where we operate. We aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported to bring their whole unique self to work. We bring out the best in each other, inspiring performance and a shared belief that what we do matters.

This role will be located in the city of Orange, NSW, supporting our Cadia Valley Operations mine site.

Who we’re looking for:

We're currently on the lookout for a passionate individual to become a valued, high performing member of our laboratory team here at Cadia Valley Operations on a 7/7 roster.

This position is an entry level Laboratory Technician role, and training will be provided. We encourage applicants from any background or experience level to apply.

The primary responsibilities for this position encompass (but are not confined to):

• Demonstrate, support, and encourage alignment with Newmont values and policies. You’ll also ensure compliance with safety and quality management systems, policies and procedures.
• Under the supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor, you'll be responsible for preparing and analysing geological and metallurgical samples, ensuring adherence to safety, production, turnaround, and quality objectives.
• Perform duties including sample preparation, fire assay, wet chemistry, instrumentation and concentrate analysis to meet quality and turnaround expectations.
• Perform necessary pre-start checks and daily/weekly maintenance on equipment/instruments to ensure they remain in working order.
• Contribute to laboratory safety and production improvement initiatives.
• The current roster for this role 7/7 - 12hr days only.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

• Proficiency in time management to consistently achieve high-quality outcomes.
• Capability to multitask and adjust to shifting priorities.
• Self-motivated
• Strong communication skills

Our commitment to you  

Newmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Underpinned by our values of Safety, Sustainability, Integrity, Responsibility and Inclusion, our commitment is to respect the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free of discrimination, as well as the cultures, religions, and governing codes applicable to each country in which we operate. 

If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, submit your application through our website before the advertised closing date.

At this stage, we are not accepting any external agency CVs for the opportunity. 

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