Technician Laboratory

About This Role

This permanent full-time position involves carrying out sample preparation, analysis, and reporting for production, metallurgy, geology, and marketing streams to agreed standards and turnaround times. The role operates on a 7/7 day/night shift roster and is based at the Cannington operation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out required sample preparation, analysis, and reporting across production, metallurgy, geology and marketing streams to agreed standard and turnaround time
• Review and maintain Safe Work Instructions and operating Procedures
• Maintain the Laboratory and its equipment in a safe and reliable working state
• Maintain Laboratory overheads, including reagent preparations and consumable stocks
• Review QAQC and initiate all required remedial action for out-of-specification results

Requirements

• Disciplined and methodical approach to work, with the ability to maintain accuracy, consistency and attention to detail across routine tasks
• Collaborative team member who communicates effectively, supports colleagues and manages workload to deliver tasks reliably and on time
• Current manual Driver's License

Nice to have:

• Prior experience in a similar role working in a commercial, mining or production Laboratory, with experience in a base metals context highly regarded
• Knowledge of relevant laboratory equipment such as: WD-XRF, ICP-OES, ISE, fusion units, laboratory-scale sample comminution
• Any relevant trade certification or educational qualification
• Forklift license

Benefits

• 26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers
• Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional annual leave
• The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans
• Options for additional superannuation contributions

Important Details

• Schedule: 7/7 day/night shift roster
• Contract: permanent full-time
• Work format: FIFO from Townsville or Brisbane, or DIDO from the Mount Isa region
• Application deadline: 9th November 2026

About the Company

South32 is focused on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world. Its Cannington operation is one of the world's largest producers of silver and lead, boasting an underground mine and processing facility in northwest Queensland, and a concentrate handling facility at the Port of Townsville. The onsite accommodation includes meal services, sports/gym facilities, a swimming pool, music room, and social area.