Laboratory Assistant

Recruiter:

Elchemie

Job Ref:

JHB000027/SvdM

Date posted:

Friday, November 28, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

164000 Annually

SUMMARY:

Job Title: Laboratory Assistant
Location: East Rand, Germiston
Industry: Mining & Mineral Processing
Type: Permanent

About the Role
Our client, a South African company that specializes in the processing of gold-bearing by-products into high-quality, export-grade gold concentrates, has a vacancy for a laboratory assistant who will be involved with preparing, analyzing and capturing data of geological samples.

POSITION INFO:

What you’ll be doing

Prepare geological samples through drying, crushing, milling, screening and splitting.
Determine and record moisture content for accurate sample analysis.
Weigh samples with precision for processing.
Capture and manage sample data using the Laboratory Information System (LIMS).
Assist with fire assay procedures, including weighing, fluxing, fusion and cupellation.
Handle lead buttons and collect precious metal beads.
Accurately weigh and document final assay results.
Adhere to all health, safety and environmental protocols.
Use personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly at all times.
Support laboratory team members with routine tasks and quality control.

What you’ll need

Matric (Mathematics and Science subjects preferred).
Previous experience in a mining or mineral laboratory environment (advantageous).
Experience in fire assay processes (highly advantageous).
Basic computer literacy and experience with data entry and lab software.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to follow strict procedures and safety protocols.
Good understanding of laboratory practices.
Physically fit and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Reliable, punctual and team orientated.
Good communication and recordkeeping skills.

What is in it for you?
Market related salary plus additional company benefits.

A Few Things to Know

The position is permanent with a three-month probationary period.
Employment offer is subject to passing a medical examination declaring the employee fit for the position
Subject to pre-employment polygraph test,
Subject to clean criminal record.

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