THE POSITION
Job Title: Laboratory Assistant
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Laboratory Assistant is responsible for:
- Complying with the company's methods, rules, procedures, policies, and codes of practice.
- Wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment provided.
- Carrying out various duties as directed by the Laboratory Manager or nominee.
- Maintaining company and customer confidentiality.
- Ensuring quality control checks and adhering to good housekeeping practices.
LIMIT OF RESPONSIBILITY
The job holder is expected to:
- Present all purchase orders to the Laboratory Manager or nominee for authorization.
- Not dispatch test results unless authorized by a signature from an approved signatory.
- Operate only laboratory equipment for which they have received approval.
SUMMARY
After training, the Laboratory Assistant will assist with sample preparation and testing, allowing Laboratory Technicians and Analysts to review results and report them to clients.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The successful candidate will become part of a team and undertake various duties, which may include but are not limited to:
- Assisting with the preparation of samples.
- Assisting with laboratory testing.
- Assisting with the dispatch of test reports.
- Carrying out general laboratory housekeeping duties, including but not limited to:
- Washing laboratory glassware.
- Disposal of used oil samples.
- Sweeping the floor.
- Tidying and cleaning down benches.
- Engaging in tasks that require physical lifting and the use of a respirator, including fetching and carrying chemicals to and from the Chemical Store.
The above outlines the primary duties and is not intended to be a complete list.
QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE
The ideal candidate will:
- Have a keen interest in Chemistry.
- Be a careful and methodical worker.
- Exhibit a flexible attitude towards the type of work undertaken.
- Be able to work to deadlines and outside standard working hours when necessary.
- Demonstrate neat handwriting (written and spoken English is advantageous).
- Possess basic numeracy skills.
- Have some keyboard experience.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.