Water Chemistry Lab Technologist

Gradiant; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Gradiant is seeking a Lab Technologist for its water and wastewater testing laboratory. The role focuses on operating and maintaining analytical instruments and performing tests per standard protocols to ensure data quality.

The candidate will bring at least 2 years of hands-on experience in environmental water testing, solid water chemistry knowledge, and strong adherence to laboratory practices to support internal teams and external clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science/Analytical Chemistry or related science.
• Minimum 2 years hands-on experience operating water analytics instruments.
• Strong water chemistry knowledge, GLP/QA-QC understanding, and competency requirements.
• Ability to troubleshoot instrumentation and resolve issues independently.
• Able to manage multiple tasks, work independently, and deliver results within tight timelines.
• Proactive team player and able to collaborate with the laboratory team.
• Good proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Operate water analytical equipment and perform tests per EPA/APHA/USEPA methods.
• Support routine and urgent water analysis requests with required turnaround times.
• Prepare sampling bottles, preservatives, reagents, labels, sampling kits for water sampling.
• Ensure analytical equipment is well maintained; troubleshoot and liaise with contractors as needed.
• Perform quality checks and assist method verification/validation and matrix testing research.
• Interface with lab researchers on samples, status, and testing requirements.
• Maintain lab records: instrument maintenance, inventory, raw data, SDS.
• Participate in lab housekeeping and safety inspections; attend safety briefings.
• Handle administrative tasks: supplier communications, quotations, and purchase requisitions.

Skills

Water chemistry knowledge

GLP/QA-QC understanding

Troubleshoot instrumentation

Independent worker

Time management

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science/Analytical Chemistry

Tools

Ion Chromatography (IC)

ICP-OES

TOC analyzer

Hach titration

Job description

Gradiant is seeking a Lab Technologist for its water and wastewater testing laboratory. The role focuses on operating and maintaining analytical instruments and performing tests per standard protocols to ensure data quality.

The candidate will bring at least 2 years of hands-on experience in environmental water testing, solid water chemistry knowledge, and strong adherence to laboratory practices to support internal teams and external clients.