Geochem Lab Technician - Instrumentation Lab

Bureau Veritas•Vancouver, BC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Bureau Veritas Canada is seeking a Geochem Lab Technician for their Instrumentation Lab. This role involves performing various analyses on client samples using specialized equipment. The company values teamwork, quality, service, and continuous improvement, with core values of Trusted, Responsible, Ambitious & Humble, and Open & Inclusive. The position is full-time and reports to the Department Manager, with supervision from the Assistant Manager and/or Shift Supervisor.

Requirements

College or technical diploma with relevant experience in similar laboratory environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Keen attention to detail and ability to maintain a high level of accuracy.
Open and inclusive mindset with a willingness to work in a team dynamic
Frequent bending, reaching, and crouching to manage sample vessels.
The technician may be exposed to chemicals requiring safe handling procedures and careful attention to ventilation and lab protocols.
Safely perform physically demanding tasks with repeated lifting.
Ability to handle weights of up to 40 lbs for prolonged periods.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a mineral processing/analytical lab environment considered an asset.
Working knowledge and familiarity of WHMIS and GLP a bonus

Responsibilities

Ensure fast and accurate processing of incoming samples in priority sequence.
Operate analytical instruments (ICP-ES, ICP-MS, AAS, Leco and Gravimetric) to ensure fast and accurate processing of incoming samples in priority sequence.
Compile, review and interpret analytical results.
Prepare and document preparation of reagents according to written procedure without deviation.
Perform and document quality checks at all stages of sample and material handling, halting production where necessary by Hold card and reporting problems/issues to the Supervisor.
Operate, maintain, and ensure calibration records are kept for equipment according to written instruction.
Responsible for overall maintenance of analytical instruments to generate the highest quality results, short term, and long term.
Comply with occupational health and safety legislation, BV Group Policies and Procedures and ISO standards applicable to the instrumentation Technician position.
Halt production where necessary by Hold card and immediately report problems/issues to the Supervisor.
Comply with occupational health and safety legislation, BV Group Policies and Procedures, Upstream Minerals Management System Policies and Procedures and ISO standards applicable.
Act in a safe and professional manner and wear appropriate attire including the required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Other duties or tasks as assigned from time to time.