Laboratory Technician

About DRA Global

Revolutionise your career with DRA Global Limited a leading international engineering, project delivery, and operations management group specialising in the mining, minerals, and metals industry. With a remarkable legacy spanning over four decades and a global presence across Africa, the Middle East, North and South America, Australia, and the Asia-Pacific, we offer an unparalleled experience for growth and innovation.

About the role

We are seeking Lab Technician’s with gold experience to join the operations team at the Mount Carlton Gold Operation as the site transitions through refurbishment, ramp-up and into steady-state operations.

This role will be offered on a Max Term Full Time Contract and will see you work a 8/6 Roster Days/Nights. This role will be DIDO/BIBO from the Townsville Region. Accommodation and Meals are supplied whilst on site.

Duties will include but not be limited to:-

• Conduct sample preparation including filter pressing, drying, weighing, crushing, particle sizing, pulverising, and splitting of plant samples
• Perform routine gold and base metal analysis of using wet chemistry techniques
• Operate laboratory equipment including AAS and sulphur analysers.
• Perform routine analysis of cyanide solutions 
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of assay results in laboratory systems
• Maintain QA/QC procedures including use of standards, blanks, and duplicates
• Monitor sample integrity and maintain strict chain of custody processes
• Support metallurgical test work and plant performance monitoring
• Assist with troubleshooting by providing reliable and consistent analytical data
• Conduct operational maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and safe work practices within the laboratory
• Adhere to site safety, environmental, and compliance requirements at all times
• Collaborate with operations and metallurgical teams to meet production targets

To be successful in this role, you will have:-

• Previous experience in a mineral processing or gold laboratory environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• Computer literacy for data entry and reporting systems
• Current Mining, Minerals and Quarries Medical – desirable
• Strong safety mindset with a commitment to following procedures and site standards.
• Current Australian Drivers License – Essential
• Right to Work in Australia – Essential

Please note, that as apart of our recruitment process you will be required to complete a police clearance, Functional Capacity Evaluation and drug and alcohol screen.

We value diversity and the benefits it brings to achieving our objectives, enhancing our reputation, and attracting, engaging, and retaining talented people. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender, age, disability, and ethnicity, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.

Our commitment to equal opportunities and a diverse workplace is embodied in our values of People, Safety, Trust, Integrity, Excellence, and Courage.