Laboratory Assistant needed urgently: APPLY NOW

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The overall responsibility of the successful candidate will be to perform basic Laboratory analyses and sample preparation for the Organic Laboratory within the Chemistry Section

Minimum Requirements:

• NQF4 with Maths and Science
• Two years of working experience preferably in an analytical laboratory.

Primary Duties

• Printing sample labels and sampling schedule using LIMS-Labware
• Collection of samples after being sampled, filter, distribute and dispose accordingly.
• Scanning and receiving of sample bottles from cooler room, into laboratory.
• Preparation of sample bottles for sampling activities on different Organic chemical tests.
• Cleaning of laboratory glassware and assist with laboratory cleaning.
• Handling of gas bottles for different analysis and the disposal of hazardous chemicals from the laboratory.
• The adherence to SHE practices and good housekeeping principles in the area of work

Knowledge

• Basic understanding of ISO 17025.
• Understanding of how to collect water samples for analytical analysis using different sampling devices.
• Understanding of general laboratory, quality and SHERQ procedures.
• Ability to follow procedures in a routine laboratory.

Skills:

• Basic computer literacy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise, organise and plan.
• Ability to perform the basic functions on the Information Management System (LIMS).

Attitude:

• Quality and output driven person who can handle pressure and routine work.
• Ability to interact with staff and customers.
• Team worker but can work independently.
• Conscientious and pays attention to detail.
• Willingness to work after hours, weekends and public holidays.

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