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Supervisor - Laboratory

Employer
Newcrest Mining
Location
Cadia Valley Operations, Australia
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Jul 10, 2021

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Category
Chemical Analysis/Research, Supervisory
Work Term
Permanent
Work Load
Full Time
Language
English

Job Details

Discover what's possible with us

It's an exciting time to be a part of Newcrest's growth journey as we expand our operations both locally and abroad. At Cadia you will play a part in the expansion of our Tier 1 operation developing Cadia into one of the largest, safest, most cost effective and technologically advanced block caving mines in the world. Currently we are undertaking stage three of Cadia's mine life strategy by further developing our underground mine to include its 3 rd panel, as well as increasing our ore handling and processing capability.

As a company we are highly skilled at identifying and turning large-scale deposits into Tier 1 assets with one of the lowest all in sustaining costs in the mining industry. Our extensive experience in block caving, processing, utilising the latest technology and techniques positions us as a world leader in our field.

Operations near and far

Cadia Valley Operations is located in Central Western New South Wales, approximately 25 kms outside the vibrant regional township of Orange and a convenient three hours from the capital city of Sydney. Employees reside in varied accommodation options in and around the district of Orange with the surrounding area's occupied by wineries, stone fruit orchards, farming and national parks.

Employees have access to the area's wide range of amenities, including a prominent health sector with a modern well-equipped regional hospital, excellent educational facilities, shopping, large selection of sport and recreation options, transport and other services such as childcare.

Who we're looking for

Our Orange Laboratory is currently seeking an experienced Supervisor to safely lead a laboratory production team focussed on delivering a high level of analytical services to Newcrest operations. Reporting to the Superintendent Laboratory Services, you will be accountable for leading the team in all operational activities within Newcrest Laboratory Services, including the application of advanced laboratory techniques in wet chemistry, sample preparation, fire assay and analytical instrumentation.

Key accountabilities will include;
  • Leading the team contribution to a safe working environment, continuous improvement and developing a strong safety culture
  • Scheduling of tasks and assigning resources on crew to ensure delivery of analysis to customer specifications
  • Leading and ensuring compliance to the Quality Management System
  • Building and maintaining excellent working relationships within the laboratory team as well as with external business partners, suppliers, and laboratory customers
  • Lead operational or cashflow improvement projects to improve assay quality, turn-around time and operational costs

To succeed in this role, you will be safety focused, team oriented and enjoy continuous improvement while striving for results. You will have experience in a similar role within the mining industry, ideally you will also possess the following:
  • A minimum of 5 years laboratory experience, preferably with a NATA accredited facility
  • Demonstrated leadership and people management of a team in a technical environment
  • Experience with advanced laboratory instrumentation
  • Demonstrated safety management / risk management capability
  • Degree Qualification in relevant science field preferred
  • Training and assessing qualification advantageous

Our commitment to you

Keeping our people safe and healthy is our most important asset. Our commitment to safety, health and wellbeing is supported by systems and standards that embed our safety culture.

The welfare of the communities in and around our operations is critically important to us. Through engagement and investment, we build and maintain close relationships with our local communities, ensuring our work creates a positive social impact.

At this stage, we are not accepting any external agency CVs for the opportunity.

Company

Newcrest is the largest gold producer listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and one of the world's largest gold mining companies.

At Newcrest we’re known for our strong technical capabilities in exploration, deep underground block caving and metallurgical processing skills. We're committed to creating a work environment where everyone can go home safe and healthy every day, and where everyone actively contributes to this outcome; operating and developing mines in line with strong environmental, social and governance practices; developing a diverse workforce; and developing and maintaining strong relationships with our communities and governments.

In 2017, we joined the International Council on Mining and Metals, an international organisation that brings together 25 mining and metals companies and over 30 regional and commodities associations dedicated to a safe, fair and sustainable mining and metals industry, and serving as a catalyst for change to enhance mining’s contribution to society.

Our Code of ConductCorporate governance framework and a comprehensive suite of company policies protect against illegal and inappropriate behaviours, such as fraud, bribery, corruption, discrimination and bullying, and articulate our position on safety, health, human rights, environment, communities, security and diversity and inclusion.

Diversity and inclusion are essential parts of Newcrest’s vision, values and company culture. Our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy 2021-2025 to learn more about how we are building a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued and supported to bring their whole unique self to work.

Our headquarters are in Melbourne, Australia with operating mines in Australia, Canada and Papua New Guinea.

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