Phu Bia Mining

PanAust Limited is a leading copper-gold producer in Southeast Asia. The company is registered on the Australian Securities Exchange and is a constituent of the benchmark S&P/ASX 200 Index. PanAust has its headquarters in Brisbane and holds mineral assets in the Lao PDR and Thailand. The Company’s major asset is the 2,636 square kilometre Phu Bia Contract Area located in the Lao PDR. PanAust's interests in Laos are held via the Lao-registered company, Phu Bia Mining Limited (PBM). The Government of Laos has exercised a right to acquire a 10% interest in PBM. PanAust owns the remaining 90%. The Lao Government acquisition cost will be funded through its 10% share of future dividends paid by PBM. Within the Phu Bia Contract Area, lies the Phu Kham Operation which comprises the large low-cost Phu Kham Copper-Gold Operation and a Heap Leach gold operation. Production of copper-gold concentrate at Phu Kham commenced in April 2008, transforming the Company into a significant copper concentrate producer. In addition to these two mineral assets, PanAust has identified several promising exploration targets within its Lao Contract Area and is undertaking a feasibility study at the Ban Houayxai gold-silver deposit. In northern Thailand, PanAust is undertaking a feasibility study at the Puthep Copper Project. The Company can earn a 51% interest in the Project by completing the study and has further options to acquire a total 60% to 70% interest. As at 31 December 2008, PanAust had a 33.17% interest in the Puthep Copper Project and, subject to a confirmatory audit, a right to a shareholding of 49%.

Senior Laboratory Trainer Post Date: 04-May-13 Embark on your new expatriate career with a leading mining company in Laos Strong focus on training and developing the Lao National fire assay team for our in-house copper-gold laboratory Attractive fly in, fly out roster and conditions, modern camp facilities   This is an exciting time to join Phu Bia Mining in a dynamic industry.  Our Phu Kham Copper-Gold Operation is in its fifth year of production, our new Ban Houaxyai Gold-Silver Operation has just commenced production and we have a pipeline of exploration projects in Laos. We are a growing company, offering experienced professionals from the South East Asian region the opportunity to work as an expatriate in Laos, only a short flight from Thailand, the Philippines, China and Indonesia.  By joining the Phu Bia Mining team and working in a multi-cultural environment, you will play a key role in the further development of our projects and our Lao staff to develop their experience in mining.  You will be supported by experienced, senior expatriates who will provide you with further training and development in your discipline.  You will be rewarded with a generous salary (including potential tax advantages) and benefits package so that you can build a financial future for you and your family. We offer many different career opportunities at our mine and exploration sites and in our Vientiane office; and as an employer who values diversity, we encourage women to apply for all available positions.  Our modern mine camps provide great Lao, Asian and Western food, sport and recreational facilities and housekeeping services.  This position is based at our Phu Kham Copper-Gold Operation, located approximately 120km north of the Lao capital, Vientiane.  Phu Kham is a conventional open cut mine producing over 60,000 tonnes of copper concentrate annually.  The process plant, which has a design capacity of 12 million tonnes per annum of ore, comprises a SAG mill and ball mill grinding circuit, each rated at 13 mega watts, with copper and precious metal recovery by flotation.  Reporting to the Senior Production Chemist, you will be responsible for on the job training and coaching of the Lao national fire assay team to ensure that quality sample results are delivered efficiently.   As the Laboratory operates 24hrs per day, 7 days per week, you will be required to work some nights during your roster to conduct quality audits across all shifts. Your key responsibilities will include:  Ensure effective, economical, quality and on time results of sample analysis Ensure the maintenance of Quality Assurance in analytical procedures and products are in accordance with company standards Provide sampling analysis results in accordance with approved procedures Ensure bullion analysis and shipment samples results are delivered in quality and timely manner Correct and improve the existing practice and techniques in the laboratory Operate and troubleshoots the muffle and cupellation furnace and other machinery as required Train and mentor Lao staff  To be successful in this role, you will require:  Tertiary qualification in Chemistry or relevant technical discipline A minimum of  5 years experience in fire assay and sample preparation in a minerals laboratory Demonstrated high interpersonal skills Strong verbal and written English language skills Commitment to supporting the growth of National employees Unwavering safety focus Please send your resume to Recruitment.Expatriate@pbm... quoting ATR No. 1540. Qualifications : Diploma Yr Exp : 5 years Job Location : Overseas Monthly Salary Range : Negotiable Job Type : Contract, Full Time