Laboratory Technician – Level 2

• Be part of a high-performing mining company, multi-cultural team environment
• Contribute to accurate sample preparation and testing within a diverse, multicultural team at the BHX Process Lab.
• Generous salary and benefits package – BHX site with roster 20 days on and 08 days off

THIS POSITION IS AVAILABLE TO LAO NATIONALS ONLY.

PanAust Limited is an Australian-headquartered copper and gold producer in Laos, with pre-development and exploration assets in Laos, Myanmar and Papua New Guinea (PNG). The Company is focused on a sustainable business model associated with the production and sale of copper and gold, delivery of production goals and growth.

In Laos, PanAust owns a 90 per cent interest in the Lao-registered company, Phu Bia Mining. The Government of Laos owns the remaining 10 per cent. Phu Bia Mining owns and operates PanAust Phu Kham Copper-Gold Operation and Ban Houayxai Gold-Silver Operation.

This is a unique time to join Phu Bia Mining. The Company’s Phu Kham Copper-Gold and Ban Houayxai Gold-Silver Operations are world-class in terms of safety, production and performance. The Company is committed to continuing to deliver outstanding operational results while developing a mine closure plan that will provide sustainable outcomes for the Government and people of Laos.

By joining the Phu Bia Mining team, you will have the opportunity to work in a multi-cultural environment, where you will be supported by experienced expatriates and Lao supervisors who will provide you with training and development and the opportunity to develop and improve your English language skills. You will be rewarded with a generous salary and benefits package, including family medical insurance and performance bonuses. 

We offer many different career opportunities at our mine and exploration sites and in our Vientiane office; and as an employer who values diversity, we encourage women to apply for all available positions.  Our modern mine camps provide great Lao, Asian and Western food, sport and recreational facilities and housekeeping services. Site-based employees work a roster of 20 days on, 8 days off or 14 days on, 7 days off for shift work, while Vientiane – based employees work 5 days per week with 2 days off.

Reporting to the Chemist, you will be responsible for conducting sample preparation and testing while ensuring compliance with safety protocols and laboratory standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Sample register and Sample preparation
• Prepare samples for testing as acid digestion and handling of equipment
• Ensure that all sampling and analysis is done in accordance with approved procedures in a tidy and safe manner
• Understands the relevance of Quality Assurance of analytical procedures and products from the laboratory as described in the laboratory training manual

To be successful in this role, you will require:

• A Higher Diploma in Chemistry, Mining Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with MS Office; knowledge of AutoCAD is a plus.
• Fair written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Good physical health, a proactive mindset, and a dedicated work ethic.
• A willingness to work on-site in a diverse, multicultural setting.
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If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your application online via our website:

https://career10.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=16647&company=PanAust 

Alternatively, you can apply by emailing your application to Recruitment@pbm.panaust.com. To download the application form, please use the following link: Download Application Form.

For questions regarding this position or our recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team on +856 (0) 21 268 000