Junior Laboratory Technician

SGS; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading certification and testing company in Durban seeks a Junior Laboratory Technician. You will perform analytical tests on Petroleum and Chemical products under supervision, ensuring accuracy and compliance. A National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry and at least 2 years of relevant experience are required. Join a team dedicated to quality and safety in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years testing experience in Petroleum/Chemical industry.
• Competent in analytical testing methods and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical tests on various products under supervision.
• Ensure accuracy and calibration of analytical equipment.
• Report test results and any non-conformances to management.

Skills

Analytical testing

Attention to detail

Calibration of equipment

Data recording

Education

National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry

Job description

Overview

We are SGS – the world7s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 89,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

The Junior Laboratory Technician shall be responsible for performing analytical tests on Chemical, Petroleum, Agricultural and other food related products. This is to determine whether a product conforms/does not conform to Client’s specifications. The Junior Laboratory Technician will work and report test results under the close supervision of a Senior Laboratory Technician.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis using approved and valid test methods e.g. ASTM, IP, AOCS, BP etc.
• All analysis to be performed with the highest level of accuracy and precision.
• Ensure that all analytical equipment is calibrated before use.
• Ensure that all analytical solutions and reagents are standardized before use.
• Maintain a calibration schedule for all analytical equipment.
• Label all analytical equipment with unique identification numbers and calibration status.
• Record calibration data accurately and in the correct documentation for traceability purposes.
• Maintain records of all raw data and calculations for traceability purposes.
• Ensure that all reference materials are valid and traceable to an approved supplier.
• Report immediately any deficiencies and malfunctions to the Laboratory Manager.
• Report immediately any non-conformances to the Laboratory Manager.
• Rectify non-conformances through corrective/preventative actions.
• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by the direct line manager.

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum academic qualification is National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years testing experience in Petroleum / Chemical related industry. Subject to management7s discretion.
• Competencies: Valid driver7s license.