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This hands-on role also involves inspections, sampling and inventory verification at client sites, with a strong focus on traceability, sound judgement and “zero harm.”\nThe day to day\n- Supervise the receipt, unloading and inspection of precious metals.\n- Verify packaging, security seals, markings, condition and documentation.\n- Confirm weights using calibrated scales and report discrepancies.\n- Oversee representative sampling, labelling and chain of custody.\n- Monitor refining and melting activities against operational and metallurgical standards.\n- Verify melt additions, crucible condition, casting, stamping and output weights.\n- Witness secure packing, sealing, labelling and shipment.\n- Conduct inventory verifications at client-nominated warehouses.\n- Maintain accurate field notes, photographs, reports and inspection records.\n- Complete risk assessments and ensure compliance with ALS, client, quality and EHS requirements.\nThe essentials\n- Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping skills.\n- Excellent written and verbal communication.\n- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.\n- Proactive approach with sound judgement and problem-solving ability.\n- Professional, customer-focused manner.\n- Familiarity with weighing systems, sampling and assay procedures.\n- Knowledge of WHS, SDS and ISO 9001 requirements.\n- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and Outlook.\n- A valid driver’s licence (ideally manual) and ability to undertake extended driving.\n- Flexibility to work shifts, weekends and public holidays and travel as required.\nWorking at ALS\nThe ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.\nOur values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.\nAt ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. 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