Metallurgical Technician (Welshpool)
Core
Hands-on metallurgical technician performing sample management, preparation, and routine testwork (drying, weighing, splitting, crushing, grinding) to support client projects in minerals processing.
Role type
Junior IC metallurgical technician
Builds
Metallurgical testwork programs and sample analysis results for mining clients
Domain
Mining and resources / Minerals processing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Sample preparation, rotary and riffle splitting, crushing and grinding, routine comminution testing, QA/QC procedures, inventory management, forklift operation, first aid training
Preferred skills
Knowledge of various commodities and unit operations, experience with metallurgical laboratory operations
Technologies
Laboratory testing equipment, forklift
Responsibilities
Receive, prepare, and manage samples; Conduct sample drying, weighing, splitting, crushing, and grinding; Perform routine comminution testing; Maintain accurate records and adhere to QA/QC procedures; Ensure project deliverables are completed on time and to a high-quality standard
Seniority
Junior, hands-on IC