Metallurgical Technician - Part-time

Metallurgical Technician - Part-time

About the business

Draslovka is a Czech family-owned global leader in CN-based specialty chemicals, that includes sustainable solutions for the metal mining industry. Draslovka acquired the Chemours Mining Business in late 2021 and so Draslovka has become the global leader in cyanide manufacture and supply to the gold mining industry. Perth based Mining and Process Solutions Pty Ltd (MPS) was formed in July 2014, and was subsequently acquired by Draslovka in May 2022.  MPS focuses on bringing innovative thinking and technology to the mining and processing of base and precious metals deposits.

MPS acquired the global and exclusive rights to commercialize Glycine Leaching Technology (GLT); a suite of hydrometallurgical processes developed at Curtin University that sought to improve metal processing efficiency and reduce the reliance on toxic reagents. One of the processes, branded GlyCat, is market ready with two operations in Central Africa having used the technology in a commercial application. It has also been extensively piloted in Australia with over 3500 hours of continuous operation on ores from Australia’s largest gold mining operations. MPS’ GlyLeach process is also well advanced with extensive large scale laboratory testing having been completed in both Australia and in Chile. These two processes are further supported by a robust portfolio of new processes under development and being nurtured through early R&D phases.

The role

MPS operates its own metallurgical development laboratory in Perth. We are able to undertake amenability testing and piloting of our technology for extracting metals from ores, concentrates and wastes using non-toxic environmentally sustainable methods. 

Due to high work loads over the coming months, we have vacancies for casual staffing as Laboratory Technicians.

As a Laboratory Technician, some of your tasks will be, but not limited to:

1. Upholding all safety systems and display a safety nature that takes precedence over all things.

2. Actively participate in laboratory safety initiatives and meetings.

3. Conduct metallurgical test work including sample preparation, comminution, leaching and other hydrometallurgical test work.

4. Work as part of a close-knit team to execute laboratory test work according to project schedules.

5. Contribute to general housekeeping tasks which include cleaning, waste disposal, sample administration, inventory stocktake and warehousing.

6. Operate pilot plant equipment during pilot campaigns

7. Data Capture and reporting

8. Persons willing to go to mine sites for on-site piloting in Australia or Overseas.

The role could suit undergraduate metallurgy or chemical engineering students or post graduate students as good flexibility can be offered around an individuals study commitments. Full time roles may also be available for experienced metallurgical laboratory technicians. The role will offer early career candidates with valuable experience in a development laboratory working on an innovative technology.

Skills and experience

Successful applicants will need to demonstrate the following:

1. A commitment to conducting all work safely in accordance with standard operating procedures.
2. Some background in chemistry, chemical engineering or metallurgy.
3. Previous mineral processing laboratory experience will be considered as attractive.
4. Strong verbal and written communication skills
5. Strong numerical skills
6. Ability to follow set test methods, procedures, and instructions.
7. A clear understanding of how to use MS Excel for data entry and reporting.
8. Be willing to learn new things and contribute to all areas of the laboratory function.
9. Have working rights in Australia with flexibility to attend mine site work domestically or overseas.

What We Can Offer You

1. Training and professional development across a wide range of mineral and hydrometallurgical laboratory processes.
2. Varied work that is challenging and rewarding.
3. Opportunities for a flexible work roster.

Consideration only given to applicants with a right to work in Australia. Australian Permanent Residents or Citizens of Australia will be favoured.

Apply now by submitting your cover letter and CV.