Laboratory Assistant

Rand Water; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Rand Water is seeking a laboratory technician to assist in various laboratory operations. The candidate should possess an NQF Level 4 qualification in Maths and Science, along with two years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include preparing samples, performing tests, and maintaining laboratory standards. This role is essential for ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while supporting overall laboratory functions.

Qualifications

• Two years of working experience preferably in an analytical laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Printing sample labels and sampling schedule using LIMS-Labware.
• Collection of samples after being sampled, filter, distribute and dispose accordingly.
• Scanning and receiving of sample bottles from cooler room, into laboratory.
• Preparation of sample bottles for sampling activities on different inorganic chemical tests.
• Perform basic tests like DO and MBAS.
• Cleaning of laboratory glassware and assist with laboratory cleaning.
• Handling of gas bottles for different analysis and disposal of hazardous chemicals from the laboratory.
• Adherence to SHE practices and good housekeeping principles in the area of work.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Laboratory techniques

Education

NQF Level 4 with Maths and Science

Tools

LIMS-Labware

Job description

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• Minimum : NQF 4 with Maths and Science
• Two years of working experience preferably in an analytical laboratory

Primary Duties

• Printing sample labels and sampling schedule using LIMS-Labware
• Collection of samples after being sampled, filter, distribute and dispose accordingly.
• Scanning and receiving of sample bottles from cooler room, into laboratory.
• Preparation of sample bottles for sampling activities on different Inorganic chemical tests.
• Perform basic tests like DO and MBAS
• Cleaning of laboratory glassware and assist with laboratory cleaning.
• Handling of gas bottles for different analysis and the disposal of hazardous chemicals from the laboratory.
• The adherence to SHE practices and good housekeeping principles in the area of work