General Laboratory Assistant

Agri Technovation (Pty) Ltd; Wellington; On-site; ZAR 130 000 - 180 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural technology firm in Western Cape, South Africa, is seeking a General Laboratory Assistant. This hands-on role involves providing technical support for testing spray water properties and supporting formulation activities. Candidates should have a National Certificate/Diploma in Analytical Chemistry and experience in a laboratory setting. Proficiency in Afrikaans and English is necessary, along with strong skills in communication and the Microsoft Suite. The position may require flexible working hours.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of laboratory procedures and safety regulations.
• Experience in a laboratory working environment is advantageous.
• Full professional proficiency in Afrikaans and English is required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report on laboratory inventory stock.
• Prepare samples for analysis and conduct routine tests.
• Perform quality control on reports and ensure turnaround times.

Skills

Laboratory procedures and safety regulations

Attention to detail

Independent and team working

Laboratory techniques and equipment

Adaptability in dynamic environments

Routine work comfort

Organisational skills

Pressure management

Communication and reporting

Self-motivation

Education

National Certificate or Diploma in Analytical Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Overview

The General Laboratory Assistant position is a hands-on role that provides technical support to Agronomists and Formulation Chemists. The successful candidate will be responsible for testing spray water properties, performing quality control on water reports, and ensuring results meet required specifications and turnaround times, while also assisting with the formulation of products.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory Operations & Inventory
  • Monitoring and reporting on laboratory inventory stock
  • Restocking and distributing laboratory raw materials

• Testing & Analysis
  • Preparing samples for analysis
  • Performing routine laboratory tests and analyses
  • Conducting spray water property testing

• Quality Control & Reporting
  • Conducting quality control on reports
  • Ensuring results meet specifications and turnaround times

• Support & Development
  • Assisting with fertiliser and product development activities
  • Supporting production activities when required
  • Investigating sampling and product issues

• Health, Safety & Housekeeping
  • Maintaining laboratory equipment
  • Practising general housekeeping and safe work habits

Skills and Capabilities

• Thorough knowledge of laboratory procedures and safety regulations
• Excellent attention to detail
• Able to work well independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in the use of laboratory techniques and equipment
• Adaptable and flexible in dynamic laboratory environments
• Comfortable with routine work and analyses
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
• Able to maintain high standards under pressure
• Effective communication and reporting skills
• Responsible, self-motivated, and dedicated
• Comfortable accepting instructions from different individuals

Minimum Requirements

• Qualifications: National Certificate or Diploma in Analytical Chemistry or similar

• Experience: Experience in a laboratory working environment would be advantageous

• Other specific requirements
• Full professional proficiency in Afrikaans and English (speaking and writing)
• Full proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Medically fit to do manual labour when necessary
• Must be willing to work flexible shifts when operationally required
• Own transport