Australia, Perth
Fulltime: 84 hrs a week
Experience: 4-6 Years
Education Level: Vocational School
Mining
Closing: April 17, 2025

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Introduction

We are seeking an experienced Senior Laboratory Technician to join a high-performing team supporting a tier-one global mining client in a battery testing environment. This 9-month contract role requires 38 hours per week (Monday - Friday) with flexible start times, allowing for work-life balance. Candidates must be based in Victoria and able to travel to Bundoora for work.

What are you going to do 

As a Senior Laboratory Technician, you will be working in a small team, supporting multiple departments. Your primary focus will be sample preparation of battery materials, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and efficiency. The work is highly repetitive and requires strong attention to detail to produce polished samples within designated timeframes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work safely and in accordance with our client's procedures and guidelines
  • Conduct routine and project-based laboratory work in a battery environment
  • Perform materials synthesis and characterisation with precision
  • Fabricate and test battery half-coin cells
  • Maintain laboratory equipment and adhere to HSE standards
  • Handle small and delicate samples with accuracy
  • Maintain a clean and organised laboratory space to avoid contamination
  • Work independently and collaboratively in a small team environment
  • Assist in other laboratory areas as required during quieter periods

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • 2 to 3 years of hands-on experience in a laboratory environment, preferably within an industrial setting, but academic experience is also considered
  • Bachelor of Science degree (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or similar) with honours or a Master's degree or equivalent
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision
  • Ability to follow structured procedures and maintain consistency
  • Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
  • Current VIC Full Driver's Licence
  • Ability to provide a National Police Check (NPC) within 28 days of application
  • Full Australian Working Rights
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety and zero harm

What we offer 

Benefits:

  • Monday - Friday (38 hours per week)
  • Parking available on site
  • 9 month contract
  • Flexible start times
  • Opportunity to work with a leading global mining company
  • Personalised guidance throughout the recruitment process
  • Salary sacrificing options
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Corporate discounts

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact e.corica@brunel.net

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Ellyssiah Corica

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