Career Opportunities at Jamalco
Jamalco offers a wide range of career opportunities within Jamaica and is always in search of diverse, talented people who can contribute and share in our success and commitment to exceed our customers’ expectations.
Sustaining this level of performance depends upon fostering a corporate culture where people are passionate about contributing their ideas, interacting with others and taking risks and responsibility. We believe the key to our future is our people.
Vacancies are advertised here and, in the media, as they arise.
Who do we hire?
Jamalco is always on the lookout for high-calibre candidates who fit into our culture of excellence and desire career development and continuous challenge. Our recruits should be willing to live our values and thrive in our corporate culture.
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Current Job Opportunities
Laboratory Analyst
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced and suitably qualified Laboratory Analyst to join our Laboratory team.
Reporting to the Laboratory Supervisor, the successful candidate will:
- Produce accurate, timely and reliable analytical data necessary to support quality production in the process and mining areas.
- Prepare homogeneous samples and composite samples of Bayer samples for analysis.
- Perform analysis of process samples using Wet Chemistry and other analytical methods such Surface Area and Particle Size analyzers.
- Store and organize required process samples for future reference and preparation of weekly or monthly composite samples.
- Perform duties according to standard operating procedures to support the consistent delivery of high-quality results and to sustain the ISO 9001 certification.
- Perform duties according to established environmental, health and safety standards.
- Perform housekeeping duties in assigned work areas (including equipment in the area) and maintain safety standards.
Qualification and Experience
To be considered you must have:
- Associate degree in Science or a Diploma in Chemical Technology or laboratory related discipline from a recognized tertiary institution.
- High school education with at least five passes (including English, Mathematics, and Chemistry at the GCE/CXC or “A” level/CAPE and at least two (2) years experience in a Bayer process laboratory environment.
- Experience working with computer-controlled laboratory equipment.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge in the use of computers.
- Knowledge of quality principles and tools would be an advantage.
Applications should be submitted by Friday November 20, 2026 to:
Laboratory Analyst, H.R. Department, Jamalco, P.O. Box 64, May Pen, Clarendon
E-mail: HR@jamalco.com
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.