Xstrata- Australia
Job Description
Grade Control Technician- Attractive Roster 14/14
- Drive In/ Drive Out (DIDO) OR Fly In/ Fly Out (FIFO)
- Greenfield site – make your mark!
The Company
Xstrata Zinc, headquartered in Madrid, Spain, is the world’s largest vertically integrated producer of zinc, with operations in Australia, America and Europe. With an entrepreneurial spirit running throughout our global organisation, we share a culture that minimises red tape and bureaucracy whilst retaining a commitment to our operating responsibilities and community partnerships.
The Opportunity
We have an opportunity for a Grade Control Technician to join our enthusiastic team at our greenfield, Lady Loretta mine site. Located 140 kilometres north-west of Mount Isa, Lady Loretta offers the challenge of developing a uniquely rich zinc-lead-silver deposit which has excited and motivated our teams!
The Position
Reporting to the senior Geologists, the purpose of this role is to gather and manage mine ore samples as the basis for production grade calculations and reconciliation of grade estimates with grade of ore produced. It encompasses continuous manual sampling of ore to be mined and concrete produced, dispatching off-site for analysis, logging and reporting results and maintaining accurate records on mined ore grade and other materials sampled and analysed.
Requirements
- Basic understanding of geology and underground, metaliferous mining operations
- Physical ability to perform manual handling
- Ability to work in a team environment
- A sincere and demonstrated commitment to safety, the environment and our community
- Drivers License essential
Experience
- Experience in a like position and within the underground, hard-rock mining industry will be very highly regarded
- Formal training in a relevant field is desirable
Skills
- Knowledge of MS Excel and Word
- Logical thought process and the ability to logically maintain sample and assay records
Benefits
- Excellent remuneration package including 12% superannuation
- Mine site facilities including accommodation of global standards
- An enthusiastic, high energy and flexible working environment
Applications for this sought after opportunity are to be completed online at our website www.xstratacareers.com.au inclusive of a covering letter addressing how you satisfy the requirements, experience and skills nominated.
Applications close 19 th April 2013
Company Description
Who we are
We're Different. We're Xstrata.
We're different to most mining companies, younger, with less bureaucracy.
We think differently, act differently, add value differently.
But our hunch is you're different too.
Like us you care deeply about the communities you work in.
You sustain long-term friendships as well as growth.
You believe in your ability to succeed and achieve.
And we believe in you too.
We encourage you to take responsibility. Challenge the status quo.
Ask questions. Make decisions. Be accountable.
In this way you'll grow as a person and valued long-time employee.
You'll get the recognition you deserve, as well as the rewards.
You'll enjoy security and success.
Because the resources we value most are the people we employ.
We're Different. We're Xstrata.
We're different to most mining companies, younger, with less bureaucracy.
We think differently, act differently, add value differently.
But our hunch is you're different too.
Like us you care deeply about the communities you work in.
You sustain long-term friendships as well as growth.
You believe in your ability to succeed and achieve.
And we believe in you too.
We encourage you to take responsibility. Challenge the status quo.
Ask questions. Make decisions. Be accountable.
In this way you'll grow as a person and valued long-time employee.
You'll get the recognition you deserve, as well as the rewards.
You'll enjoy security and success.
Because the resources we value most are the people we employ.
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