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Laboratory Technician - Guyana Gold Board

Closing on: Dec 24, 2025

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Prepare the workstation and sample area for sampling.
  2. Assist with the daily calibration of scales.
  3. Weigh, burn, and sample gold.
  4. Prepare payment advice vouchers based on after-burn weight.
  5. Ensure the security of gold acquired daily.
  6. Maintain a daily stock record journal on a perpetual inventory basis.
  7. Perform related activities as required by the job.

Key Functional Competencies:

  • Ability to burn gold.
  • Ability to carry out sampling and density determination.
  • Attention to detail (both mentally and visually).
  • Excellent analytical skills.
  • High work standards and productivity.
  • Physically fit and able to handle demanding tasks.

Qualifications:

Education:

  • Five (5) CXC/GCE subjects (grades 1-3 / A-C), including English and Mathematics.
  • Science-based subjects are an advantage.

Technical Certification:

  • Training and certification in laboratory procedures.
  • 1-2 years of experience in a relevant field.

Computer Literacy:

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Compensation:

  • An attractive salary and benefits package will be provided.

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications, including an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV), to:

The Administrative Manager
Guyana Gold Board
GGMC Compound,

Upper Brickdam, Georgetown
Or via email:
acameron@ggb.gov.gy

Deadline: Wednesday 24th December, 2025.

Notes: Preference will be given to applicants residing in the Bartica, Region 7 District. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Category: Laboratory Technician
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Guyana Gold Board’s Operation in Bartica (Region 7)

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