Acorn by Synergie is currently recruiting on behalf of their client for a Laboratory Technician for a 6 month contract at a Nickel Refinery in Clydach, Swansea. The Mond Nickel Refinery, owned and operated by Vale Europe recently celebrated 120 years of production, and is one of the world''s leading Nickel refineries. Vale are globally one of the world''s largest mining companies, with operations in the UK, Asia, the USA and across Europe.Key accountabilities for the role include:Ensure all activities comply with QA Laboratory, Refinery, and regulatory EHandS requirements.Collect refinery samplesPrepare and analyse product and process samples as per standard proceduresRecord analytical results in laboratory workbooks and the refinery database.Operate, standardise, and perform routine maintenance on laboratory equipment.Identify non-conforming work and take appropriate corrective action.Maintain 5S standards in work areas and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.Participate in Safe Work Procedure (SWP) and risk assessment reviews, as well as team meetings.Assist with non-routine work and training of new staff as required.Work overtime as necessary to support refinery operations.What We''re Looking ForUndergraduate degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline (essential).Minimum of 2 years'' experience in a laboratory environment, ideally within the chemical or metals industry. Skills and Behaviours:Strong analytical thinking and attention to ..... full job details .....