Fire Assay Technician

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.

The Fire Assay Technician will conduct routine and non-routine analyses of geological samples, fusion, and cupellation.

• Crucible management and set up/prepare samples for fusion
• Perform fusion and cupellation processes using furnace tools
• Follow up on rush priority workloads
• Ensure all safe work procedures and standard working procedures are strictly adhered to
• Maintain and organize departmental inventory, such as supplies and chemicals
• Ensure cleaning and maintenance schedules are complete
• Use correct methods in accordance with the established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality
• Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned.

• Familiarity with all fire assay methods and their respective digestion volumes and finish methods
• Strong analytical and mechanical skills
• Organized and highly motivated individual
• Detail oriented individual
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Ability to effectively handle a high volume of work and time critical issues
• Basic English communication skills (written and verbal)
• Computer knowledge would be an asset
• Safety oriented

To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain a valid working visa.

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law.

ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.