Technician

SGS; Durban; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global testing and certification company is seeking a Technician in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. The role involves performing and validating analytical operations, adhering to quality protocols, and collaborating with seniors in the laboratory. Candidates should have a B.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry and at least 3 years of experience in an accredited laboratory. Proficiency in LIMS and instrument troubleshooting is essential. Join us to contribute to quality and safety in laboratory practice.

Qualifications

• 3+ years operational experience in a SANAS 17025 accredited facility.
• Experience in instrumentation, data collection, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Record and validate instrumentation for specific job data.
• Perform routine and non-routine analytical operations.
• Adhere to quality protocols for chemical analysis.

Skills

LIMS proficiency

Instrument troubleshooting

Knowledge of calibration standards

Good Laboratory Practice management

Assistance with SANAS audits

Education

B.Sc. degree in Analytical Chemistry

Matriculation with Mathematics and Science

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Company Description

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 93,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

To outline the responsibilities and authorities the Technician has in relation to post requirements of managerial, technical and key support personnel.

Specific Responsibilities

• Record, evaluate, and validate instrumentation for specific job data (LECO, XRD, XRF, OES & Wet Chem).
• Complete tasks within the allocated time and plan work for operators to ensure that overall service goals of the laboratory are met.
• Perform routine and non-routine analytical operations on specific instrumentation (LECO, XRD, XRF, OES & Wet Chem) as required.
• Ensure turnaround times are adhered to for analysis work.
• Perform all analysis as required.
• Assist in validating new methods or modifications for analysis under the guidance of instrumentation seniors.
• Report technical and managerial problems to seniors.
• Adhere to quality protocols for accreditation of instrumentation chemical analysis.
• Follow all quality, health, and safety rules and regulations.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in the working area.
• Comply with Laboratory Quality Management System (ISO17025).
• Record repairs, maintenance, calibration, and verification of instruments.
• Use correct consumables and chemicals for analysis.
• Work in other areas of the laboratory or divisions if asked.
• Follow all quality and safety requirements of SGS management system.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the line manager.

COMPLIANCE & AUTHORITY

• Cease use of equipment that poses safety hazards or enter hazardous environments without proper knowledge and protection, then report to higher authorities.
• Stop work affecting service quality and report to higher authorities.
• Initiate improvement requests for deviations, identified issues, or nonconformities.

Qualifications

Education

• Matriculation with Mathematics and Science.
• B.Sc. degree or relevant diploma in Analytical Chemistry.

Experience

• Operational experience in a SANAS 17025 accredited facility.
• LIMS administration and operation.
• Experience in instrumentation, data collection, and reporting.
• At least 3 years of experience.

Required Skills

• Proficient in using LIMS.
• Ability to troubleshoot instruments and methods.
• Knowledge of verifying calibration standards, quality control standards, verification standards, and CRM’s.
• Managing Good Laboratory Practice.
• Assist chemists with SANAS audits and laboratory documentation.