Job: Analytical Chemist Intern

Company : Rheinmetall Denel Munition; Wellington; On-site; ZAR 78,000 - 123,000; Part time

Job summary

Rheinmetall Denel Munition is seeking an Analytical Chemist Intern to support laboratory operations and analytical testing within its production environment. The intern will assist with routine & non-routine analyses, laboratory administration, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

The role provides practical experience in analytical chemistry, laboratory quality management, and production support within a regulated industrial setting.

Qualifications

• B Tech/BSc in Analytical Chemistry or NQF 7 equivalent.
• Deadline oriented and able to multitask.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and independent.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Able to work in a team and independently.
• Good planning and attention to detail.
• Must be computer literate.
• Excellent communication and organizing skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and non-routine laboratory analyses to support production.
• Assist with laboratory administration and coordination with plant personnel.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory quality and safety procedures.
• Maintain laboratory housekeeping and proper waste management.
• Support calibration and verification of laboratory equipment.
• Assist with data interpretation and preparation of reports.
• Liaise with suppliers when required.
• Support interpretation of analytical results.

Skills

Deadline orientation

Multitasking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

B Tech/BSc in Analytical Chemistry or NQF 7

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Rheinmetall Denel Munition is seeking an Analytical Chemist Intern to support laboratory operations and analytical testing within its production environment. The intern will assist with routine and non-routine chemical analyses, laboratory administration, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.The role provides practical experience in analytical chemistry, laboratory quality management, and production support within a regulated industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and non-routine laboratory analyses to support production
• Assist with laboratory administration and coordination with plant personnel
• Ensure compliance with laboratory quality and safety procedures
• Maintain laboratory housekeeping and proper waste management
• Support calibration and verification of laboratory equipment
• Assist with data interpretation and preparation of reports
• Liaise with suppliers when required
• Support interpretation of analytical results

Qualifications

• B Tech/BSc in Analytical Chemistry or NQF 7 equivalent qualification
• Must be deadline orientated and be able to multi – task
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and independen
• Strong analytical skills
• Must be able to work in a team and independently
• Good planning and attention to detail
• Must be computer Literate
• Excellent communication and organizing skills

Hiring organization

Rheinmetall Denel Munition

Employment Type: internship

Job Location: Wellington, Western Cape, South Africa