Prill Process Laboratory Technician
Core
Conduct prill digestions and operate analytical equipment to generate accurate assay results for precious metals in a high-volume laboratory environment.
Role type
Laboratory Technician (Minerals & Metals)
Builds
Precious metal assay results for mining and exploration clients
Domain
Mining, Minerals, Laboratory Testing
Required skills
Fire assay procedures, AAS operation, ICP operation, sample weighing, laboratory equipment maintenance, safety compliance, data recording
Preferred skills
Previous laboratory experience, minerals or mining industry background, attention to detail, ability to follow procedures
Technologies
AAS, ICP
Responsibilities
Conduct prill digestions following fire assay and prill processing procedures, Operate AAS and ICP to generate assay results, Operate and maintain laboratory equipment in accordance with established procedures, Ensure accurate weighing and recording of samples and results, Adhere to all safety, quality and laboratory compliance requirements, Support the laboratory supervisor and wider team with daily laboratory operations
Seniority
Junior to Mid-level, hands-on IC