Fire Assay Trainee

About the role

ALS Geochemistry is looking for Fire Assayer trainees to join its Fire Assay team at its Malaga facility, where they analyse precious metals. The role is entry level, with full training provided to develop skills into proficiency, and it is open to candidates with leadership aspirations or prior leadership experience. It is a casual position on a weekly rotating roster of morning, afternoon and night shifts, Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts.

Key responsibilities

• Weigh samples and add flux reagents as part of the fire assay process.
• Operate high-temperature furnaces (900 - 1100°C) to fuse mixtures and extract metals such as gold.
• Perform cupellation and prilling to collect and prepare metal samples for analysis.
• Inspect samples, fusion pots, lead buttons and prills for quality and accuracy.
• Record and report anomalies to maintain the integrity of the assay process.
• Follow strict safety procedures and identify potential hazards.

Required profile

• Previous experience in fire assay or a laboratory setting is preferred but not essential.
• Eligibility: citizen or permanent resident of the country of application, or able to obtain a valid working visa.

Required skills

• Attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort working with high temperatures and handling chemicals safely.
• Clear written and oral communication and good organisation.
• Team player with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

What we offer

• Starting hourly rate of $36, with 15% allowance for afternoon shifts and 20% for night shifts.
• Penalty rates for weekends and optional overtime.
• Opportunity to move to a full-time position as experience grows.
• Full training and support for career progression.

To apply, register online with a resume and cover letter.