Night Microbiology Technician - Aseptic & EM Specialist

NBISA Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

National Bioproducts Institute NPC invites applications for a Microbiology Technician to monitor the aseptic manufacturing environment and assist the Microbiological Sciences Department. The role requires participating in environmental monitoring, sampling and equipment operation in a GMP context.

The successful candidate will join a team focused on quality and regulatory compliance, with responsibilities spanning sample preparation, data reporting and adherence to SHE standards.

Qualifications

• 1 year microbiology laboratory experience required.
• Aseptic environment experience preferred.
• Pharmaceutical manufacturing exposure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Environmental monitoring of the AFS and personnel per SOP.
• Accurate sampling of designated points in the manufacturing facility.
• Operate monitoring and lab equipment per SOPs; ensure cleaning, validation and calibration.
• Manage reagents and consumables for environmental monitoring.
• Follow SHE protocols and maintain good housekeeping.
• Support microbiology team with media prep, sample labelling, enumeration and reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

GMP knowledge

Independent worker

Time management

Teamwork

Education

1 Year Microbiology Laboratory Experience

Experience in aseptic environments

Pharmaceutical environment experience (advantage)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

National Bioproducts Institute NPC invites applications for a Microbiology Technician to monitor the aseptic manufacturing environment and assist the Microbiological Sciences Department. The role requires participating in environmental monitoring, sampling and equipment operation in a GMP context.

The successful candidate will join a team focused on quality and regulatory compliance, with responsibilities spanning sample preparation, data reporting and adherence to SHE standards.