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Join to apply for the Laboratory Technician (Kwinana) role at Covalent LithiumContinue with Google Continue with Google2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Laboratory Technician (Kwinana) role at Covalent LithiumAbout UsAt Covalent Lithium, we are genuinely passionate about creating a clean energy future and supporting our teams who enable this vision.About UsAt Covalent Lithium, we are genuinely passionate about creating a clean energy future and supporting our teams who enable this vision.We have recently opened our mine and concentrator at Mt Holland, and are commissioning a refinery in Kwinana, which will produce high-quality lithium hydroxide for lithium batteries around the world. Our project will enable approximately 1 million electric vehicles to go on the road, every year for the next 50 years.We are proud to foster a culture where people with different skills, experiences and backgrounds are welcomed and set-up for success.Employee BenefitsWe support, empower and reward our people with a range of benefits:Competitive remuneration, and annual incentives for eligible employeesAccess to discounts, recognition and rewardsAccess to flexible work arrangementsDedicated wellbeing program support and discounted health insuranceEqual access to paid parental leave, financial support, return to work and parenting roomSalary sacrifice options for superannuation and novated leasingThe RoleThe Laboratory Technician is responsible for carrying out analytical and other procedures at the on-site laboratory to agreed standards of safety, efficiency, and quality control.This a permanent full-time position based at our Kwinana Refinery on a sportsman roster.Key ResponsibilitiesActive participation in the establishment of a health and safety culture.Ensure all health, safety and environmental incidents are reported.Comply with all health and safety, environmental and regulatory policies relating to the project and ensure a safe working environment. Participate in laboratory SHE&C processes and initiatives.Undertake all work in a safe and efficient manner, in accordance with statutory requirements and Covalent policies & procedures.Participate in and support laboratory and quality audits where appropriate.Participate in incident and near miss investigations where appropriateContribute to the Continuous Improvement culture of the laboratoryEnsure procedures for every task are adhered to (including QA/QC protocols)Instrument Operation (including Calibration, Maintenance & Readiness activities) as required.Water Quality TestingSample preparation (including dewatering, filtration, splitting, pressing & grinding)Fusion, Digestion & Leaching of SamplesParticle Sizing (including wet & dry laser diffraction & sieve sizing)Gravimetric analysesSpectrophotometric analyses (including ICP, AA, UV-Vis & Colour)Titration analyses (includes instrumental and manual)LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System)Report QC (Quality Control) non-conformances to Laboratory SupervisorTrain team members where necessaryRole Requirements3 5 years of experience in mining or chemical processingDemonstrated experience following QA/QC systemsExperience with ICP (Inductively Coupled Plasma) or AAS (Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer), Auto titrators, UV-VisKnowledge of Laser Sizer and/or experience with SievesExperience with sample preparation: Pulveriser, Press, and/or riffle splitter (desirable)Experience with fusion and digestion protocols for elemental analyses (desirable)A competitive remuneration package commensurate with the role, candidate experience, skills and qualifications will be offered.Our team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Candidates from all backgrounds and ages are encouraged to apply, including First Nations People, those who identify as LGBTIQ+, people with disabilities and those with neurodiverse, intersectional, or multiple diverse characteristics.Covalent Lithium is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, with a focus on our employees. We recognise skills, expertise, commitment and living our values of Purpose, Care, Accountability and Collaboration. Our goal is to attract, develop, motivate, reward, and retain the best people in the industry.By applying for this position, you agree to the collection, use and disclosure of your Personal Information in accordance with Covalent Lithiums Privacy Statement.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionResearch, Analyst, and Information TechnologyIndustriesMiningReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Covalent Lithium by 2xGet notified about new Laboratory Technician jobs in Kwinana, Western Australia, Australia.Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr