Every sample counts—help drive gold production through accurate laboratory analysis.
Laboratory Technician
The Laboratory Technician is responsible for conducting sample preparation, assay work, and metallurgical test work to support processing operations at Ravenswood Gold Mine. The role ensures
analytical results are accurate, timely, and compliant with laboratory quality standards. The position operates within strict safety and chemical handling requirements and contributes to maintaining high laboratory performance standards.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Conduct sample preparation including drying, crushing, pulverising, and splitting in accordance with laboratory procedures
- Perform Photon analysis, wet chemistry, and other analytical and metallurgical test work as required
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment safely and efficiently
- Accurately record assay and test results in laboratory systems
- Follow QA/QC procedures including insertion of standards, blanks, and duplicates
- Identify and report analytical discrepancies or equipment faults
- Maintain housekeeping standards within the laboratory
- Safely handle chemicals and reagents in accordance with site safety requirements
- Assist with routine calibration and maintenance of laboratory instruments
- Ensure laboratory documentation and records are completed accurately and on time
- Participate in safety meetings, hazard reporting, and laboratory inspections
- Assist metallurgists with metallurgical test work programs as required
- Comply with all site safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory
Why Join Us?
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8:6 / 7:7 DIDO roster – enjoy a great work-life balance.
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Support gold production through accurate laboratory analysis and testing.
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Work in a modern metallurgical laboratory using a variety of analytical techniques.
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Join a stable, long-life gold mining operation with career development opportunities.
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Be part of a collaborative, safety-focused processing team committed to quality and continuous improvement.
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Camp accommodation and meals provided while on roster so you can focus on delivering quality results.
About You:
- Certificate or qualification in Chemistry, Laboratory Techniques, or related discipline (desirable)
- Experience in a mine site or commercial laboratory environment (desirable)
- Knowledge of laboratory analytical techniques
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to follow procedures and maintain quality standards
- Basic computer literacy for data entry and reporting
- Ability to work shift rosters in a processing environment
- Physically capable of performing manual laboratory tasks
- Current Class C driver’s licence (desirable)
Applications should include the following documentation in PDF format:
- Current Resume
- Cover letter addressing suitability as outlined above
- Internal applicants are encouraged to apply.
All preferred candidates will undergo pre-employment checks, including a Nationally Coordinated Police Check, medical assessments, reference checks, and verification of qualifications
Ravenswood Gold acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Country on which we walk, live and work. We recognise their long history on the lands upon which our operations exist today and the care they gave to these lands for thousands of years. We pay our respect to their cultures and Elders past, present and future, and recognise their continuing connection to land, air and sea.
Ravenswood Gold specifically acknowledges the Birriah People who are the Traditional Owners of the Country where the Ravenswood Gold Mine operates, the Bindal People who are the Traditional Owners of the Country where the Ravenswood Gold Townsville office and warehouse are located and the Yuggera and Turrbal People who are the Traditional Owners of the Country where the Ravenswood Gold head office is located in Brisbane.
