Geomet Operator

About the role

We are seeking a Geomet Operator to join SGS’s Geochemistry laboratory. The role involves independently performing a range of sample preparation and analytical tests while supporting senior staff to ensure timely and accurate results.

Key responsibilities

• Assist senior staff with test execution and follow written procedures.
• Complete log sheets and meet turnaround time targets for the Geomet department.
• Perform unsupervised operations such as crushing, milling, screening, particle‑size determination, cyanide leaching, titrations (free cyanide and residual), filtering and sample preparation for analytical submission.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness before and after each test and uphold laboratory housekeeping standards.
• Work across other areas of the Geochemistry laboratory as required and adhere to SGS quality and safety management systems.
• Report deviations, initiate improvement requests and carry out any additional tasks assigned by the line manager.

Required profile

• B.Sc, BTech or National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry.
• Minimum five years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Proven senior supervisory or management experience in a laboratory setting.
• Experience validating and reporting analytical results and solid fire‑assay knowledge.

Required skills

• Crushing, milling and screening of samples.
• Particle‑size determination techniques.
• Cyanide leaching (bulk cyanide additions).
• Titration of free cyanide and residual cyanide.
• Filtering and sample preparation for analysis.
• Laboratory equipment cleaning and housekeeping.
• Fire assay technical knowledge.
• Validation and reporting of analytical data.