Chemist Laboratory

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE 

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world. As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives. Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.  

ABOUT WORSLEY 

Are you looking to be home every night? If so, this is your opportunity to live, work and play a short drive from stunning coastlines, scenic trails, magnificent jarrah forests and the food and wine heartland of the South-West and Peel Regions of Western Australia. 

Our integrated Bauxite Mine, Alumina Refinery and Port Operation is creating the essential products needed for a sustainable low carbon future and is on a journey to become the world’s leading Alumina producer where our workforce value the lifestyle that Worsley Alumina has to offer. 

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS 

• Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional annual leave.
• 26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers. 
• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognises both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.
• Discounted rates on travel, healthcare, and technology products.

ABOUT THE ROLE 

This role is a Permanent 9-day fortnight working arrangement at Worsley Alumina.

Please note that on-site accommodation is not provided. Employees are expected to commute daily and ideally reside within one hour’s drive of the Alumina.

The Chemist Laboratory supports the monitoring and control of refinery and mine operations, providing analytical results and technical support to the Control Laboratory. Working closely with the Laboratory Superintendent and Operations, the Chemist helps investigate and resolve quality and process issues.

Key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to: 

• Maintain, calibrate and troubleshoot instruments to ensure reliability and accuracy
• Supervising external service contractors
• Commissioning new instrumentation
• Modification and development of analytical methods for continuous improvement
• Assist with end-of-life capital replacement of laboratory equipment and instruments
• Complete Certificates of Analysis and prepare analytical reports for final product
• Contribute to cost reduction and management through identifying opportunities and carrying out initiatives.
• Train laboratory personnel
• Be responsible for your own safety and contribute to the safety of all laboratory personnel

ABOUT YOU  

You will demonstrate capability in:

• Clear communication and strong collaboration across a range of stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal skills, including constructive conflict resolution
• Sound risk assessment and risk management in the workplace
• Ability to prioritise work and self-manage competing demands
• A proactive team member with the ability to positively influence others

Qualifications for this position are:   

• 10+ years’ experience as a Chemist in a production laboratory
• Strong analytical instrumentation capability, including commissioning, method development, and instrument maintenance and calibration
• LIMS coding experience (LabWare desirable) or strong coding aptitude
• Experience with Bayer refinery processes (well regarded)
• Laboratory supervision experience (well regarded)

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.  We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.  

The job advert will close on April 19, 2026