Junior Mineralogist

Petrolab is a successful and growing geological consultancy providing support services to the mining, minerals processing, materials and construction industries worldwide from its base in Redruth, Cornwall, UK. We provide dependable and accessible interpretative reporting to our clients helping them evaluate the potential of their mineral resources and solve materials related problems.The roleWe are looking to recruit a Junior Mineralogist to assist in providing petrological and mineralogical consultancy projects to clients in the minerals, mining and construction materials industries. This includes routine mineralogical and petrographic tests, recording and preparing samples for testing and operation of scientific instrumentation and software (e.g. scanning electron microscope, optical microscopes and ancillary equipment) to analyse a broad range of materials including concrete, aggregate, rock core and mineral processing samples in accordance with a variety of inhouse, UK, European and American technical standards. As a Junior Mineralogist a key focus is put on developing skills in macroscopic identification and application of geological knowledge to different materials, as thorough knowledge and these skills underpin key areas of our business including mundic testing, automated mineralogical classification and geomaterials examination.The desired candidate will be a graduate geologist or earth scientist and be able to demonstrate a desire to learn quickly with an aptitude for working in a fast-moving commercial consultancy delivering multiple projects to defined timescales. You will be joining a highly motivated and experienced team of other Junior, Project and Senior Mineralogists. Ideally you will have some previous work experience within a relevant industry sector and/or experience working to relevant laboratory procedures and technical standards. However, you will receive training and opportunities to gain new competencies and facilitate your progression within the company.This role is based in Redruth, Cornwall. Due to the nature of analytical work there is very limited opportunity for remote working. You must have the right to permanently work in the UK.A degree in a relevant geological or engineering discipline or have equivalent work experienceUniversity level training or equivalent work experience in petrography and optical mineralogy with skills in reflected light analysis highly desirableExcellent oral and written communication skillsDynamic work ethic to learn and develop new skillsWork professionally as part of a teamManual handling – the role involves handling of aggregate, concrete, stone and ore samples within a laboratory environmentA keen eye for precision and attention to detailAbility to work to internal and internationally recognised standards and proceduresThis role is based in Redruth, Cornwall, well situated in the historic mining heartland of Cornwall. Due to the nature of analytical work there is very limited opportunity for remote working. The successful candidate must, by the commencement of employment, have the right to work in the UK.Petrolab supports the professional development and personal growth of its staff with training and a range of benefits.Starting salary £24,000 (subject to annual review)Standard 37.5 hr week33 days holiday (including bank holidays)Employer contributory pensionPrivate health insuranceThis is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Petrolab’s future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us? If you would like to apply please send in a CV with a covering letter to recruitment@petrolab.co.ukExperienced practitionersWhilst this position has been opened at a graduate/junior level we are also keen to hear from applicants with prior professional experience in the geological analysis of natural and man-made construction materials, particularly if that experience include petrographic analysis and the use of a petrographic microscope. For more information please contact recruitment@petrolab.co.uk . #J-18808-Ljbffr