Closes: Nov 29, 2025
Laboratory Technician - 3-month Fixed term
Join Our Team – Short-Term Contract Opportunity We’re looking for motivated individuals to join us on a short-term contract working an 8:6 roster with night shift rotations. What we’re looking for: A strong commitment to safety and the ability to meet the physical demands of the role. Basic computer skills to support daily tasks. A positive team player who works well with others. Important: Applicants must live within the designated DIDO (Drive-In, Drive-Out) zone of hire. If you’re ready for a hands-on role in a supportive team environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Carrying out safe and effective duties for the continuous operation of the onsite metallurgical laboratory
- Providing support to rotating shift team members
- Assisting as required with monitoring and operation of Water Treatment Plants
- The accurate and timely reporting of laboratory data and other information
- Reporting of all safety and maintenance issues in a timely manner
- Working closely and cooperatively with the laboratory team to ensure safety and operational targets are achieved
- Working cooperatively with personnel in other departments including: Geology, Mining, Maintenance and Metallurgy
About you:
- Qualification(s) in laboratory techniques or water treatment or relevant experience in a mining operation or analytical laboratory
- Experience in gold analytical techniques is preferred but not essential
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office
- Be willing to learn new concepts and work effectively unsupervised as well as part of a team
- DIDO Only - must live within a driving radius of the mine - essential or be willing to relocate
Nestled 120kms south of Townsville, in the vibrant landscapes of north-east Queensland, Ravenswood Gold Mine stands as a testament to both a rich legacy and the forefront of innovation. Ravenswood Gold is a private Australian company jointly owned by EMR Capital (EMR) and Golden Energy and Resources Limited (GEAR).
What We Offer:
- Support from a processing team with extensive industry and site knowledge and experience
- DIDO to site – 8:6 roster with night shift rotations
- Camp accommodation and meals provided
Applications should include the following documentation in PDF format:
- Current Resume
- Cover letter addressing suitability as outlined above.
All preferred candidates will undergo pre-employment checks, including a Nationally Coordinated Police Check, medical assessments, reference checks, and verification of qualifications.
Ravenswood Gold acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Country on which we walk, live and work. We recognise their long history on the lands upon which our operations exist today and the care they gave to these lands for thousands of years. We pay our respect to their cultures and Elders past, present and future, and recognise their continuing connection to land, air and sea.
Ravenswood Gold specifically acknowledges the Birriah People who are the Traditional Owners of the Country where the Ravenswood Gold Mine operates, the Bindal People who are the Traditional Owners of the Country where the Ravenswood Gold Townsville office and warehouse are located and the Yuggera and Turrbal People who are the Traditional Owners of the Country where the Ravenswood Gold head office is located in Brisbane.