Chemist

BCI Minerals•Mardie, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chemist is responsible for conducting a range of tests on chemical products, analysing their composition, and refining formulations to enhance product quality and processes, while maintaining a strong focus on safety. The role involves developing, validating, and conducting tests for chemical ingredients, substances, and materials while participating in high-level chemical research projects to create improved testing methods. Collaboration with processing technical teams will be essential to optimise processing opportunities for quality and production. The role includes regular inspections of equipment, tools, and machinery, overseeing general maintenance as necessary. You will be able to coordinate the implementation of new process systems and equipment, as well as take part in upgrades to existing systems. Planning and optimising laboratory, operational, and maintenance strategies to drive efficiencies and high performance will be crucial. In addition, you will train and manage the laboratory team to address day-to-day operational issues and meet short-term performance goals. Your responsibilities will extend to assisting in the design, construction, commissioning, and setup of the site laboratory, as well as developing laboratory policies, procedures, and safe systems of work.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or another relevant field
Strong knowledge of laboratory technology, tools, and testing equipment
7+ years proven experience in an industrial environment
Clear written communication skills to produce accurate lab reports
Sound understanding of laboratory health and safety regulations
Exceptional analytical research skills
Method development and validation
Current, valid WA C Class Driver's License
Must hold a WA White Card
Current unrestricted working rights for Australia

Nice To Haves

Salt or Potash experience is highly desirable
Qualifications in leadership and management
Preferred knowledge of Mines Safety and Inspection Act
Knowledge of safety and environment management systems
Current First Aid certificate

Responsibilities

Conducting a range of tests on chemical products, analysing their composition, and refining formulations to enhance product quality and processes.
Developing, validating, and conducting tests for chemical ingredients, substances, and materials.
Participating in high-level chemical research projects to create improved testing methods.
Collaborating with processing technical teams to optimise processing opportunities for quality and production.
Regular inspections of equipment, tools, and machinery, overseeing general maintenance as necessary.
Coordinating the implementation of new process systems and equipment, as well as taking part in upgrades to existing systems.
Planning and optimising laboratory, operational, and maintenance strategies to drive efficiencies and high performance.
Training and managing the laboratory team to address day-to-day operational issues and meet short-term performance goals.
Assisting in the design, construction, commissioning, and setup of the site laboratory.
Developing laboratory policies, procedures, and safe systems of work.

Benefits

Permanent Fulltime FIFO position on an 8/6 Roster.
Working from our new Mardie Village offering all the modern conveniences.
Attractive salary packages including site allowances, annual and project incentives for all roles.
Novated leasing.
Personal Development and Learning Opportunities.
An engaged and supportive team that are passionate about encouraging each other to succeed.
Wellness and Lifestyle benefits, how does it sound having a day off for your birthday, or time off to celebrate culturally important or religious days?
Community Service leave!
Wellness reimbursements (including for Gym / Fitness activities).
Generous Paid Parental Leave for Primary and Secondary carers.
Company funded Life Insurance (including Death & TPD) plus Income Protection.