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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