Laboratory Assayer

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the post of Laboratory Assayer.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Supervise sampling of processing samples and receiving of ore samples
• Sample preparation and analysis of ore mine, exploration, metallurgical lab and plant samples
• Geochemical analysis
• Operation of AA machine
• Maintenance of complete and accurate records of all samples
• Preforming housekeeping and routine maintenance of equipment
• Responsible for the quality and accuracy of all submitted samples prepared for analyses
• Must follow all applicable safety procedures to safeguard personnel and equipment while performing daily tasks
• Ensures compliance of the processing plant and people to the laid down HSE policies and procedures
• Ensures compliance with statutory requirements from the statutory bodies

The ideal candidates should have at least the following minimum qualifications:-

• ND, HND Metallurgical assaying or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in gold laboratory environment
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• This includes ability to follow through and complete assignments given to them by their supervisor
• Ability to communicate effectively in a team environment
• Excellent verbal, written and analytical skills
• Ability to set up a new laboratory
• Ability to develop laboratory standards
• Capacity to train subordinates
• Experience with aqua regia and fire assay hands-on