Team Leader - Sample Preperation
Core
Lead a team of up to 25 staff in a fast-paced production environment to ensure high-quality sample processing, workflow management, and safe operation of crushing, milling, and robotic equipment for geological samples.
Role type
Senior IC operations team leader (sample preparation)
Builds
Geological sample processing outputs for exploration and mining projects
Domain
Mining exploration and laboratory testing
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Team leadership, manual material handling (lifting up to 15kg), equipment operation (crushing, milling, robotic cells), quality control, safety compliance, shift roster management, continuous improvement
Preferred skills
Experience in production, processing, warehouse, or laboratory environments
Responsibilities
Oversee daily sample processing activities including sorting, weighing, crushing, and milling; Operate and supervise crushing equipment, pulverisers, and robotic mill cells; Lead, coach, and support a team of up to 25 staff to meet production targets; Allocate tasks, monitor workflow, and ensure adherence to procedures; Maintain safety culture and ensure WHS compliance; Conduct quality checks on sample handling and processing
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC