Laboratory Analyst

INSPECTORATE (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable allowances - shift

Flexi-benefits for Dental, Optical, or

Overtime pay

Job summary

INSPECTORATE (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD. is seeking a laboratory analyst to perform accurate tests according to standard methods and contribute to day-to-day laboratory operation.

You will support data handling guidelines, review test results, and participate in proficiency testing and QC checks. The role requires a Diploma in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering and at least a year of related experience in the petroleum or petrochemical sector, with familiarity in common lab instruments.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering; professional cert or Higher Nitec also considered.
• 1 year of experience in petroleum or petrochemical laboratory preferred; entry level considered.
• Experience with laboratory instruments listed (GC, GCMS, HPLC, FTIR, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, UV, distillation, flash point, density).

Responsibilities

• Carry out tests per worksheet methods.
• Ensure data meets data handling guidelines in the lab.
• Review and repeat tests if results are suspicious or abnormal.
• Participate in proficiency testing, SQC checks, meetings, and other lab functions.
• Maintain cleanliness of the work area and equipment after tests.
• Assist chemists in developing new methods.
• Prepare reagents and test solutions as needed.
• Work overtime when required.
• Represent the lab for witness testing at third-party labs.
• Perform tasks assigned by management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Data handling

Shift readiness

Education

Diploma in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Professional certificate or Higher Nitec (related field)

Tools

GC

GCMS

HPLC

FTIR

ICP-OES

ICP-MS

UV spectrophotometer

Distillation unit

Flash point tester

Density meter

Job description

Primary Function

Carry out accurate and timely analysis as required. Support and maintain laboratory operations.

Principal Duties/Responsibilities

• Carry out tests in accordance with standard methods given on the worksheet.
• Ensure data generated in laboratory meets all the requirements of the "data handling guideline" procedure, enforced in the laboratory.
• Review and repeat tests if suspicious or abnormal resultsare encountered.
• Participate in all Laboratory functions including Proficiency testing, SQC checks, meetings, discussions etc.
• Maintain good housekeeping of work area by cleaning up (cleaning glassware, cleaning instruments, clearing samples etc.) after each test.
• Assist chemists in new methods development.
• Standardize reagent/equipment, prepare titration solvents and test solutions when necessary.
• Work overtime when required.
• Represent the Laboratory for witnessing at third party laboratory.
• Perform any tasks as assigned by management.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area during work and before handing over to the next shift.
• Arrive punctually to work and take over from the previous shift.

Requirements

• Minimum Diploma in Chemistry/Chemical engineering; applicants with professional certificate or Higher Nitec with related experience will be considered.
• One year of working experience in petroleum or petrochemical laboratory industry preferred, entry level or applicants without relevant experience will be considered.
• Experience in handling laboratory instruments such as GC, GCMS, HPLC, FTIR, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, UV spectrophotometer or petroleum physical testing such as distillation unit, flash point tester, density meter etc.
• Physically fit, medical condition should not interfere with laboratory analysis.
• Able to work twelve (12) hour morning and night shifts.
• Able to work in a team and support the Team Leader/Assistant Team Leader

Benefits

• Variable allowances - shift, transport, standby etc.
• Flexi-benefits for Dental, Optical, or medical screening
• Overtime pay (when required)