Laboratory Chemist & Quality Coordinator – Geotechnical Laboratory at Career Maker

Career Maker; Abu Dhabi; Presencial; AED 46.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Career Maker invites applications for a Junior Laboratory Chemist & Quality Coordinator in Abu Dhabi. The role targets a Chemistry graduate with 1–3 years of lab experience, seeking a career in laboratory testing and quality management.

The position supports chemical testing, QA/QMS, SOPs, audits and geotechnical soil testing training, on-site in Abu Dhabi with structured on-the-job learning.

Formación

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry or a related field.
• 0–3 years of laboratory experience; fresh graduates with strong practical lab exposure may be considered.
• Experience in soil, construction materials or civil testing laboratories is an advantage.
• Exposure to ISO/IEC 17025 is highly preferred.
• Laboratory quality documentation or internal audits experience is an advantage.
• ISO/IEC 17025 Internal Auditor certification/training is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct routine chemical testing of soil samples for sulphates, chlorides, carbonates and pH.
• Prepare soil samples through drying, grinding and sieving.
• Prepare reagents, aqueous extracts and acid-soluble solutions.
• Perform basic wet chemistry techniques including titration, gravimetric analysis and potentiometry.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment such as pH meters, spectrophotometers, titrators and analytical balances.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and test results.
• Support the maintenance of the laboratory Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO/IEC 17025 and ENAS requirements.
• Assist with preparation, review and control of SOPs, quality documents and laboratory records.
• Support internal audits, non-conformance reporting and corrective/preventive actions.
• Assist in monitoring equipment calibration and verification records.
• Support Proficiency Testing (PT) and Inter-Laboratory Comparison (ILC) activities.

Conocimientos

Laboratory skills

Communication skills

Documentation

Safety awareness

Independent work

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry

Herramientas

pH meters

Spectrophotometers

Titrators

Analytical balances

Descripción del empleo

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

About the Role

We are looking for a Junior Laboratory Chemist & Quality Coordinator to join a geotechnical testing laboratory in Abu Dhabi. The role is ideal for a Chemistry graduate with 1-3 years of laboratory experience who is interested in developing a career in laboratory testing and quality management.

Key Responsibilities

• Chemical Testing: Conduct routine chemical testing of soil samples for sulphates, chlorides, carbonates and pH.
• Prepare soil samples through drying, grinding and sieving.
• Prepare reagents, aqueous extracts and acid-soluble solutions.
• Perform basic wet chemistry techniques including titration, gravimetric analysis and potentiometry.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment such as pH meters, spectrophotometers, titrators and analytical balances.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and test results.
• Quality & Compliance: Support the maintenance of the laboratory Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO/IEC 17025 and ENAS requirements.
• Assist with preparation, review and control of SOPs, quality documents and laboratory records.
• Support internal audits, non-conformance reporting and corrective/preventive actions.
• Assist in monitoring equipment calibration and verification records.
• Support Proficiency Testing (PT) and Inter-Laboratory Comparison (ILC) activities.
• Maintain proper documentation and traceability of laboratory activities.
• Support external audits and accreditation assessments when required.
• Geotechnical Laboratory Training: Undergo structured on-the-job training in geotechnical soil testing.
• Learn and assist with physical soil testing procedures.
• Support laboratory technicians with soil sample preparation and testing as required.
• Develop the ability to work across both chemical and geotechnical laboratory activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry or a related field.
• 0-3 years of laboratory experience; fresh graduates with strong practical laboratory exposure may also be considered.
• Experience in soil, construction materials or civil testing laboratories is an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory chemical analysis and wet chemistry techniques.
• Good understanding of laboratory safety and chemical handling.
• Exposure to ISO/IEC 17025 is highly preferred.
• Previous exposure to laboratory quality documentation or internal audits is an advantage.
• ISO/IEC 17025 Internal Auditor certification/training is preferred but not mandatory for candidates with the right background.
• Good documentation, organization and record-keeping skills.
• Willingness to learn geotechnical soil testing.
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently as well as within a laboratory team.

Pay: Up to AED4,500.00 per month

Work Location: In person