MES is seeking a Core Yard Field Technician on a short-term contract for our client, an Australian gold producer with strong growth prospects in WA’s Eastern Goldfields.
You’ll handle end-to-end core sampling (bagging, labelling, QA/QC, chain of custody), precise metre marking, RQD measurements, core orientation and magnetic susceptibility readings and ensuring accurate, timely data capture and efficient core processing.
Requirements:
- Diamond Core and RC sampling experience
- Hold a current WA C-class Driver’s Licence (manual)
- High-risk work licence (forklift, loader, backhoe)
- Must have a strong safety focus
- Ability to work effectively within a small team
- Excellent record-keeping skills
- National Police Clearance;
- Valid C Class Driver's License;
Position Duties:
- Core sampling — bagging and labelling, QA/QC samples, and maintaining chain of custody.
- Metre marking, accurate metre marks along core trays and reconciliation to downhole depths.
- RQD measurements -: measure recovery, count fractures, and record RQD per interval.
- Core orientation, record structure measurements, and note any loss/uncertainty.
- Magnetic susceptibility — take meter readings at specified intervals and log results to database/sheets.
Experience
MIn 12 months experience in a similar role for a gold miner or exploration company.
Current Status
CLOSED
Duration
Contract
Duty Roster
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