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. Apply Now
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