Laboratory Technician (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

We at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges - resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change.

About the Unit

The Yara Pilbara Fertilisers' plant is one of the largest ammonia production sites in the world and we have also taken the ammonia process further downstream with the Yara Pilbara Nitrates Technical Ammonium Nitrate (TAN) plant, a joint venture with Orica. Together with ENGIE, Yara Pilbara will also build a renewable hydrogen plant to produce renewable ammonia.

Find out more about:

Yara International: Yara International | Responsibly feed the world and protect the planet
Yara Pilbara: Yara Pilbara | Yara Australia

We are always looking for ambitious and curious-minded colleagues who are keen to make a difference, whilst residing in the nearby coastal city of Karratha, Western Australia, a key community in the region with a resource focus and a relaxed, friendly lifestyle. All Karratha-based roles offered are on a residential basis.

Responsibilities

Looking for an exciting new challenge? Yara are seeking applications for their 12 month fixed-term role of Laboratory Technician. Reporting to the Laboratory Superintendent, the Laboratory Technician is responsible for supporting Ammonia and Ammonium Nitrate plants by providing analysis during plant start up, shut down, maintenance and day to day operational activities. Analysis of routine and non-routine samples in order to report on and monitor plant status by adhering to published procedures and standards for the achievement of required quality.

The primary responsibilities include:

Complete assigned work in any of the following areas including (but not limited to):

Sample preparation and collection
Digest
UV/Vis
Bench Chemistry (Wet Chemistry, titrations, pH, Conductivity, Ion Chromatography, ICP, TOC, TKN Leco, GC and IR)
Each of these areas has defined tasks, which includes, but is not limited to:
Preparation of sub-samples to ensure they are representative of the submitted sample;
Selection and use of sampling equipment and conditions to preserve sample integrity during collection and storage;
Identification of stock discrepancies and maintenance of stocks at prescribed levels;
Interpretation and / or calculation of results; and
Reporting of results.
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Profile

Cert IV in Laboratory Practices or equivalent. Senior First Aid Certificate desirable
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in analytical laboratories, preferably with exposure to the following instruments / areas:
ICP-OES
UV-Vis,
Carbon, sulphur and nitrogen analysis,
Gas Chromatographs and gas analysis,
Sample Preparation,
ISE Analysis,
General Wet Chemistry Procedures; titrations, gravimetric and potentiometric analysis
Chemical plant operation, particularly laboratory equipment and processes for ammonia and ammonium nitrate production.
Modern safety, environmental and laboratory management practices.
Familiar with environmental standards and practices for the chemical industry.
Familiar with Dangerous Goods Legislation, including storage and handling of hazardous materials. Knowledge of modern laboratory practices, including use of laboratory equipment and analysis techniques. Cost management skills desirable. Proficient in use of Microsoft office. Competent in instrumental analysis methods and general laboratory practices. Ability to work independently and also in a team.
Fluent English (verbal and written) is essential.
Australian/New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary work visa holders are not eligible for this role.

Additional Information

Yara celebrates diversity in all operations, practices, and engagement. We encourage people from all walks of life, experience, skills, genders and orientations, races, and backgrounds to apply for opportunities within our growing business.

Our values have diversity, equity and inclusion as a foundation, and everyone is part of our success.

For more information on Yara International please access www.yara.com.au

Yara reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement prior to the closing date without prior notice.

What’s On Offer

Karratha housing assistance for duration of employment
6 weeks of paid annual leave
4 Days 4 off roster
$35,000 per annum regional location allowance
$1,000 annual Health and Wellness allowance
Annual bonus program with a target of one month’s base salary
$3,000 p.a. electricity/water utility reimbursement
Flights for yourself and dependents, twice per year, after initial service period
Relocation assistance
As well as 6 months paid primary parental leave, culturally diverse workforce with a DEI Ambassador program, salary packaging, and active Social Club

Apply no later than

Applications Close: 24th April 2025

Knowledge grows through differences
Yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing, but also the smart thing to do. To deliver on this, Yara has firmly anchored Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) in our business strategy and has more than 400 employees worldwide involved in D&I ambassadors networks.

As part of our recruitment process, where permitted by local law, we may conduct reference and background checks. These checks will only be performed when deemed necessary for the nature of the job. Candidates will be informed by HR before any background checks are initiated.