Senior Analytical Lab Technician

Navinyaa; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Navinyaa is seeking an experienced professional to conduct testing operations in Abu Dhabi. The role involves performing analyses on raw materials, ensuring safety compliance while handling hazardous materials, and maintaining laboratory equipment. Candidates must have a degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Additionally, proficiency in software like SAP and LIMS is required, alongside knowledge of industry standards such as AS9100 and ISO requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in a relevant field.
• Ability to interpret AS9100, NADCAP, ASTM, and ISO standards.
• Proficiency in relevant business software.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing operations for raw materials and prepregs.
• Conduct all tests using approved PPE and report near misses.
• Execute equipment maintenance and verifications.

Skills

HPLC

FTIR

Safety Compliance

SAP

LIMS

MS Office

Education

Degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 05/05/2026

Key Accountabilities & Activities

• Testing Operations: Perform HPLC, FTIR, DSC, Dynamic Rheometer, and EEW titration for raw materials, mixes, and prepregs.
• Safety Compliance: Conduct all tests using approved PPE (including respirators) and immediately report near-misses to the HSE Manager.
• Equipment Maintenance: Execute daily weight scale verifications and weekly lab equipment verifications; coordinate with external teams for required calibrations.
• Regulatory & Data: Act as the Government Chemical contact; perform mathematical graphing and release analysis results via LIMS.
• Process Improvement: Carry out additional testing for new materials, suppliers, or modified methods as required.

Requirements

Qualifications & Technical Skills

• Education: Degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in a relevant field.
• Core Skills: Proficiency in MS Office/Google Workspace and business software like SAP and LIMS.
• Standards Knowledge: Ability to interpret AS9100, NADCAP, ASTM, and ISO standards, alongside Aerospace requirements like FOD and SPC.

Working Conditions

• Schedule: Rotating shift patterns (Day, Afternoon, Night), 5 days per week; overtime may be required.
• Physical: Involves extended standing, lifting equipment/tools, and handling hazardous materials.

Competency Profile

• Technical: Journey person level in Chemical Lab Environments and Equipment Verification/Calibration.
• Health & Safety: Working knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 4500
• Behavioural: Demonstrates a "Winner's Mindset," results orientation, and cultural respect (specifically UAE values).
• Innovation: Proactively identifies process inefficiencies and adapts to changing demands.