Analytical Chemistry Graduate

Afrimat Limited; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and materials company in Johannesburg is seeking a qualified individual in Chemical or Industrial Engineering. The role involves conducting various analyses, adhering to health and safety standards, and providing technical support. Candidates must have a relevant degree and a driver's license. This position offers an opportunity to engage in technical projects and contribute to safety management practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Chemical/Industrial Engineering required.
• Driver's license is essential.
• Must be medically fit as required by the Mine Health and Safety Act.

Responsibilities

• Register and distribute samples for analyses.
• Perform all routine and non-routine analyses for incoming cement, aggregate, and concrete samples.
• Responsible for testing and compiling proficiency testing report.

Skills

Computer literate with proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint

Driver's license

Medically fit as per Mine Health and Safety Act

Education

Bachelor's Degree in or National Diploma in Chemical / Industrial Engineering

Job description

Location

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Minimum Qualifications / Experience / Competencies

• Bachelor's Degree in or National Diploma in Chemical / Industrial Engineering (Essential)
• Driver's license (Essential)
• Computer literate with proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
• The candidate must be medically fit in terms the Mine Health and Safety Act.
• Adhere to the group's health and safety rules
• Understand and comply to the group's health and safety standards
• Keep the laboratory and storage area clean and safe
• Assist supervisor in chairing safety toolbox meetings
• Housekeeping / inspections reports
• Participate in all health and safety campaigns

Duties and Responsibilities

• Registering and distributing samples for analyses.
• Perform all routine and non-routine analyses for incoming cement, aggregate and concrete samples.
• Responsible for testing and compiling proficiency testing report.
• Perform test on samples as per written Work Instruction.
• Calculate results from the analysis and interpret the results with respect to specific limits (if applicable).
• Validating test methods and equipment (i.e. Chemical, physical, aggregates and concrete).
• Ensure that all method / work instructions used are in accordance with ISO / IEC Laboratory Accrediting System.
• Participate or assist in any special project as instructed by Laboratory Supervisor and ISIC Management.
• Maintain good housekeeping by constantly tidying and organizing work area.
• Health and Safety Representative for Management, by ensuring, implement and maintaining health and safety.
• To ensure that employees work safely and take reasonable measure to protect his / her health, promote safe and healthy working practices.
• Lead and coordinate technical projects, Assist sales and marketing department with Competitor bench marking.
• Providing technical support to customers, Presenting results to senior staff and / or customers.
• Writing reports, reviews and summaries.
• Analyze samples as per written Work Instruction.
• Carry out research to develop new methods.
• Interpret the results and decide if the method works.
• Write Work Instruction once new chemical method has been developed.
• Perform all chemical and physical tests on all materials.
• Performs any other reasonable tasks when requested by the Manager.

Application Documents

Please upload the following documents in one file with the application form to the right.

(File size no bigger than 3 MB)

• CV
• Certified ID copy