About this role
About the Role ALS is seeking multiple Trainee Sample Preparers to join our Geochemistry team at our Burnie site. You will participate in the preparation of samples for testing, supporting mining and exploration clients. The role involves operating machinery in a warehouse to crush, split, and pulverize mineral samples for laboratory analysis. This is a physically demanding, dusty environment and training is provided.
What You'll Do
- Operate various sample preparation equipment in accordance with procedures outlined in the relevant QWIs
- Sort received samples as per the client’s submission form and note discrepancies on the sample sorting sheet
- Apply barcode labels to sorted samples and capture received sample weights in the Gems interface
- Transfer scanned samples to drying racks; crush, riffle, split, and sieve samples as directed prior to drying
- Dry samples at the specified temperature and maintain quality control
- Operate pulverizing mills to achieve required end-product specification
- Promptly inform the supervisor of issues (e.g., excessively wet samples, machinery breakdowns)
- Maintain machinery and equipment as directed; keep work areas clean and tidy
What We're Looking For
- Must be available to work full-time hours and rotating rosters (Casual/Temporary role)
- Ability to follow set procedures with excellent attention to detail
- Willing to work as part of a high-performance team focused on quality and safety
- Reliable, physically fit, and prepared to carry out repetitive manual handling tasks
- Able to work in a dusty environment; wearing a half-face respirator is mandatory and you must be clean-shaven
- Prior production experience and flexibility with availability would be highly advantageous
- Full training provided and opportunities for multi-skilling and progression into administration, supervisory, or laboratory positions
Nice to Have
- Prior production or mining-related experience
- Comfortable with shift patterns and on-site safety protocols
Compensation & Benefits
- Full training provided; opportunities to multi-skill and progress within the department
- ALS is an equal opportunity employer with a diverse, inclusive work environment
- Supportive on-site culture with focus on safety, quality and community impact