Laboratory Technician I Al Futtaim Contracting I Construction

Robinson & Co (Singapore) Pte Ltd; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading diversified company in the UAE is looking for a Laboratory Technician to support the QA Manager in delivering department objectives and supervising laboratory and materials testing. The ideal candidate will possess a BSc Diploma or equivalent and have experience in construction material testing. Responsibilities include implementing lab management procedures, preparing testing schedules, and ensuring compliance with standards. The role demands strong organizational skills and a customer-focused attitude.

Qualifications

• Educational qualifications in science with a minimum of 3 years of study.
• Understanding of materials and testing.
• Familiarity with BS, ASTM, and International Standards.
• Experience in construction material testing.

Responsibilities

• Support the QA Manager in the delivery of department objectives.
• Implement procedure for Laboratory Management.
• Identify project testing requirements and prepare testing schedules.
• Liaise with operations for project testing frequency.
• Check accuracy and integrity of laboratory results before submission.
• Ensure laboratory tests comply with relevant standards.

Skills

Planning & Organising

Achieving and Doing

Building Relationships

Delivery through People

Business Awareness

Customer Focus

Contributing to Continuous Improvement

Dealing with Change

Education

BSc Diploma or equivalent in science minimum 3 years studies

Tools

Construction material testing

Job description

Laboratory Technician I Al Futtaim Contracting I Construction

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al‑Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al‑Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al‑Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al‑Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

Overview of the role:

To support the QA Manager in delivering the department objectives and supervise the Laboratory & materials testing.

What you will do:

Responsible for:

Implement procedure for Laboratory Management

Identify the project testing requirements

Prepare testing schedule as per the project specifications/contract requirements

Liaise with the operations team for project testing requirements and frequency of Testing

Prepare specimens & ensure its integrity for testing.

Select and liaise with external laboratories

Check the accuracy and integrity of internal and external laboratory results prior to submit to the client

Ensure the laboratory testing are carried out in accordance with relevant standards

Establish document and implement calibration programme

Selection and identification of laboratory instruments

Ensure procedures & forms are implemented and traceable for the project dossier.

Required skills to be successful:

Job‑Specific Skills:

• Planning & Organising
• Achieving and Doing
• Building Relationships
• Delivery through People
• Business Awareness
• Customer Focus
• Contributing to Continuous Improvement
• Dealing with Change

What equips you for the role:

Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:

• Educational Qualifications: BSc Diploma or equivalent in science minimum 3 years studies
• Understand of materials and testing
• Understand of BS, ASTM and International Standards
• Have experience in construction material testing

About Al‑Futtaim Group Real Estate
The real estate development and operations arm of Al‑Futtaim, Al‑Futtaim Group Real Estate is responsible for a multi‑billion‑dollar portfolio across MENA. With high‑quality residential, business, retail, tourism, educational and healthcare developments, the master developer caters to the diverse needs of cities and communities in the region. From origination, conception, development, sales, procurement and construction of mega‑projects and the leasing, operation and management of these projects after completion, Al‑Futtaim Group Real Estate (AFGRE) has been developing and managing owned landbanks, unlocking the economic potential of the region and contributing to future development for more than 40 years.
Our focus is to enable and invest in meaningful relationships to make our properties the best places to live and work, build additional products and services and enable partnerships to create true value to our customers throughout their entire experience with us.
AFGRE is responsible for master planning of all projects in its portfolio, including two large scale mixed use destinations: Dubai Festival City and Cairo Festival City.