Laboratory Assistant

About Bureau Veritas:

Created in 1828, Bureau Veritas is a world leader in laboratory testing, inspection and certification services.

We have a vital role in maintaining quality, safety and environmental standards of countless products, commodities, systems, buildings, infrastructure, and projects.

In every industry sector we play, Bureau Veritas acts as a trusted guardian of the quality, safety and environmental standards which protect our population and safeguard our communities.

For over 70 years, Bureau Veritas has been serving the Pacific, including Australia and New Zealand. Today, our business 2,800+ employees and operates 50 offices and labs across the Pacific.

As industry leaders in laboratory testing, Bureau Veritas Minerals has extensive operations throughout Australia providing services across the entire exploration and mining project cycle. Our state-of-the-art laboratories are strategically placed to help provide a wide range of inspection and laboratory testing services across a broad range of commodities.

The Opportunity  

We are seeking applicants for the position of Laboratory Assistant for our XRF department, who are excited by the challenges of our business and variety this roles offers. You will be based at Sorbonne Crescent in Canning Vale, WA and will be responsible for using specialised equipment and performing manual handling tasks to prepare samples and perform laboratory testing. You will also be involved in the simulation of minerals production processes in order to test the properties of mineral samples.

Key Responsibilities  

• Weighing, digestion and preparation of samples for analysis
• Follow and adhere to laboratory procedures
• Undertake tasks as requested by the supervisor
• Meet quality, TATs and KPI’s required for the role.
• Maintain good laboratory housekeeping.

About You  

• Reliable and keen to work
• Flexibility for shift and weekend work
• Physically fit and willing to perform manual handling tasks
• Sound numerical skills
• A methodical, well organised approach to your work
• Be willing to work as part of a team with a high focus on quality & safety

Roster

Monday to Friday 8 hour shift rotational roster

• Day shift (6.00am – 2.00pm)
• Afternoon shift (2.00pm – 10.00pm)
• Night shift (10.00pm – 6.00am)

**Full availability across all shifts is required

**Roster may also change in future to meet business requirements

How we care

We offer a competitive salary and an opportunity to advance your career in a leading global organisation, as well as: 

• Fantastic Training and Development opportunities
• Discounted Health & Wellbeing Platform
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Program supported by Lifework’s
• Discounted Health Insurance with Bupa
• Access to Cliqit, an employee retail discounts portal
• Superannuation Salary Sacrifice

A rewarding career  

This role offers more than building a resume—it’s a chance to leave your mark. We offer you the opportunity to build your career and give you the recognition you deserve. Make an impact doing work you can be proud of at Bureau Veritas. Contribute to a global mission to enhance standards with integrity, and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all. The opportunity to work within a supportive close-knit team, learn new skills and gain training which could lead to the broader Bureau Veritas network for future career development.

 Apply now to join Bureau Veritas and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all.  

Bureau Veritas is an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles at Bureau Veritas, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Veterans (Defence experience is desirable) and people of all backgrounds. If you have any support or access requirements, we will partner with you and assist you through our recruitment process.