Sample Preparer
ALS is a global leader in testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in a wide range of industries around the world. Using advanced technologies and innovative methods, we help our clients leverage data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.
Our people are the heart of our business, driving testing solutions and innovations to solve complex challenges and create lasting value for our clients. But most importantly, our people care – for each other and for the work we do. With over 20,000 team members across 70 countries, you’ll be part of a global network. Learn more about what makes our workplace great here.
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.
Sample Preparer
The role
We are currently seeking multiple individuals to join our teams at our Geochemistry site in Kalgoorlie.
We are looking for dedicated Sample Preparers to work in a fast-paced environment, supporting our many mining and exploration clients.
As a Sample Preparer, you will be working in a warehouse operating machinery to crush, split, and pulverize mineral samples for laboratory analysis. Please note that this is a physically demanding role, so previous production experience and flexibility with availability would be highly advantageous.
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.
This is a Full Time role, and you MUST be able to work the following roster:
- 8 day shifts followed by 4 days off
There are opportunities for multi-skilling within the department, including progression towards more complex roles in sample preparation and administration.
The day to day
- Handling rock, core and drill chips
- Operating sample preparation equipment – crushers, pulverisers, splitters, and weigh scales
- Performing routine manual/labouring tasks, including lifting and being on your feet all-day
- Numerical sorting and labelling of samples
- Wearing mandatory personal protective equipment (PPE) including a respirator
- Working as part of a team to achieve daily production targets
This is a residential role, and you must be residing in or planning to relocate to Kalgoorlie Boulder Region with current Australian work rights to be considered.
The essentials
- Be physically and mentally fit and prepared to carry out repetitive manual tasks
- Be reliable, responsible and show excellent attendance at work
- Have good verbal and writing skills – especially number recognition
- Correctly follow instructions and procedures (incl. safety, quality and code of conduct)
- Have a high attention to detail
- Be honest and display integrity. Be respectful to others
- Be willing to work hard while focusing on quality, safety, and productivity
- Be willing to work in a dusty, noisy, high/low-temperature environment with dangerous substances
Working at ALS
The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.
Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.
At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us.
We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.
Everyone Matters
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 both recognised and valued.
ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Eligibility
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.
