CareerPlan

Senior Laboratory Assistant

Townsville Region, QueenslandFull-time2026-10-18
Citizens or permanent residents only

Core

Operating AAS instrumentation to process and analyze geochemical and Fire Assay samples in a digestion laboratory.

Role type

Senior Laboratory Assistant (Geochemistry)

Builds

Quality geochemical and Fire Assay analytical results for clients

Domain

Mining/Resource exploration geochemistry

Required skills

AAS instrumentation operation, sample digestion, instrument calibration and maintenance, troubleshooting, QC data review, hazardous chemical handling

Preferred skills

ICP-OES, ICP-MS experience, Certificate IV/Diploma in Laboratory Techniques or Bachelor of Science, 2+ years lab experience

Technologies

AAS, ICP-OES, ICP-MS

Responsibilities

Process samples in a digestion laboratory, perform instrument calibration and maintenance, troubleshoot instrument and quality-related issues, prepare and test standards and QC solutions, review QC raw data and analytical results, ensure client turnaround times, safely handle hazardous chemicals and solvents

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC