Laboratory Technician (Fire Assay – Gold Recovery) – Malaysia / / Laboratory Technician (Fire Assay – Gold Recovery) – Malaysia
Laboratory Technician (Fire Assay – Gold Recovery) – Malaysia Reporting to the Lab Manager/ Senior Chemist, the Laboratory Technician (Fire Assay) will assist with the day-to-day running of the laboratory for precious metals analysis. This position is based in Johor, Malaysia.
Job Duties: Administrative Receive and label all samples brought into the lab for accountability Prepare samples from drying, crushing, splitting and pulverising Mix fluxing reagents and load samples in furnace for the fire assay Perform fire assay techniques such as fluxing, fusing and cupellation of samples in correct numerical order Perform smelting and sample extraction of precious metals as and when required Compliance with Safety Protocols and Local Regulations Assist with the application and maintenance of all necessary governmental licenses related to the laboratory. (Eg: DoE, DOSH, BOMBA, Poison Act etc.) Promote and implement workplace safety initiatives Ensure and maintain proper sample disposal of cupels, fire assay lead wastes or water generated as a part of daily work performed in a safe manner and in compliance with the disposal regulations and requirements Respond appropriately and immediately to emergency situations and assists other employees in maintaining readiness to respond to emergencies within the workplace Set up Fire Assay Laboratory Assist with the set-up of laboratory, prepare the SOPs for Fire Assay techniques Measurement and Calibration Monitor analytical processes and taking remedial action where to prevent deviations / discrepancies from affecting the quality of analytical results Report any apparatus or equipment that is not functioning correctly to the Lab Manager Perform Laboratory Data Analysis and Reporting Testing of precious metals scraps through cupellation method (fire assaying). Evaluate, validate, ensure and report technical accuracy of reporting analytical results Monitor analytical processes and take remedial actions to address deviations / discrepancies that would affect the quality of analytical results Re-analyse samples when control results are not within the acceptable range Quality Control Inspect all samples, fusions, lead buttons and prills to ensure the assaying method is correct Maintain proper records and accountability of materials (samples and standards) and equipment used Maintain and troubleshoot equipment Report any apparatus or equipment that is not functioning correctly to the Lab manager Procurement and placement of all consumables, equipment and fixtures Assist in the general / preventive maintenance of equipment and housekeeping of the laboratory Maintain and record equipment faults Improve/ troubleshoot analysis methods Laboratory Housekeeping Ensure and maintain work areas and equipment are clean, tidy and organised Manpower Planning Assist with overtime planning in consultation with the Lab Manager Assist with control and time keeping administration Maintain productivity and turnaround time Job Requirements Minimum Diploma qualification in Chemistry or its related fields At least 3 years' experience as a Fire Assayer Well versed in the analytical processes in Fire Assay and the analysis process Possess proven problem-solving skills Experienced in selecting and setting up of equipment and processes to recover precious metals including gold, silver, platinum, palladium, rhodium is an advantage Experience and the ability to operate ICP / XRF will be favourably considered Must be willing to work overtime whenever necessary Practical knowledge in safe handling of industrial chemicals #J-18808-Ljbffr
