At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare mineral samples for testing using advanced machinery in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join ALS, a global leader in scientific testing and data-driven insights.
- Benefits: Full training provided, opportunities for career progression, and a supportive team culture.
- Other info: Casual role with full-time hours; flexible shifts available in a collaborative environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while developing skills in a dynamic and diverse workplace.
- Qualifications: Must be reliable, physically fit, and able to follow procedures with attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 19.8 - 24.2 $ per hour.
At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.
The role involves working in a fast-paced environment, supporting our many mining and exploration clients across Queensland. Trainee Sample Preparers are responsible for the preparation of samples for testing to identify chemical composition. You will be working in a warehouse operating machinery to crush, split, and pulverize mineral samples for laboratory analysis. This is a physically demanding role in a dusty work environment, so previous production experience and flexibility with availability would be highly advantageous.
While this is a Casual role, you MUST be available to work full-time hours from Monday to Friday and MUST be willing to be flexible to work on a day shift and night shift. The role also involves working in a dusty environment where wearing a half-face respirator is mandatory, and to ensure a proper seal, you must be clean-shaven. There are opportunities for multi-skilling within the department, including progression towards more complex roles in sample preparation, administration, supervisory, and laboratory positions. Full training is provided.
The day to day responsibilities include:
- Operate various sample preparation equipment in accordance with procedures outlined in the relevant QWIs
- Sort received samples as per the client’s submission form, noting any discrepancies on the sample sorting sheet
- Apply barcode labels to sorted samples and capture received sample weights in the Gems interface
- Transfer scanned samples to drying racks
- Crush, riffle, split, and sieve samples as directed prior to drying them at the specified temperature
- Operate pulverising mills to achieve the required end-product specification
- Promptly inform the supervisor of any issues (e.g., excessively wet samples, machinery breakdowns, etc.)
- Maintain machinery and equipment as directed
- Ensure work areas are kept clean and tidy
The essentials for this role include:
- Must be available to work full time hours and full rotating rosters
- Ability to follow set procedures
- Excellent attention to detail
- Willingness to work as part of a high-performance team with a focus on quality & safety
- Reliability, physical fitness, and preparedness to carry out repetitive manual handling tasks
Working at ALS means being part of a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. Our values shape how we work, treat each other, and recognise excellence. We support our employees to develop new skills and reach their full potential, investing in programs and opportunities that help build a diverse career.
ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are recognised and valued. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.
To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.
Trainee Sample Preparer employer: Australian Laboratory Services Pty Ltd
At ALS, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation at our state-of-the-art Smithfield Laboratory. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our investment in skill development and diverse career opportunities, ensuring that every team member can thrive while making a meaningful impact on the environment and communities we serve. Join us and be part of a global team dedicated to building a healthier future, where your contributions are valued and recognised.
Contact Details:
Australian Laboratory Services Pty Ltd Recruitment Team
