EMPREGO

Senior Chemist

Rand Water-Vereeniging, South Africa

Job Advert Summary:
Minimum Requirements:

  • NQF 7: B. Tech or B.Sc. Natural Sciences
  • Four years analytical laboratory experience
  • Knowledge of method validation and uncertainty of measurement in sampling.
  • Working knowledge of statistics
  • Basic knowledge of SANS 241 and other water quality guidelines
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to prioritise, organise and plan
  • Interpret results and perform required calculations.

Primary Duties:

  • Performing and coordinating of sampling and specialised analytical tests.
  • Performance and documentation of all quality control checks of specialised or complex analytical tests and the approval of results on the identified databases.
  • Development of sound quality control measures in-line with ISO 17025 and technically support all testing activities.
  • The understanding of the technology in order to perform complex method and instrument related troubleshooting.
  • Identification, investigation, documentation and reporting of non-conforming results.
  • Undertaking and documentation of maintenance of equipment and instrumentation and ensure that they are correctly maintained.
  • Assist with training and validation of methods as well as other general laboratory tasks.
  • The adherence to SHE practices and good housekeeping principles in the area of work

Knowledge:

  • Knowledge and understanding of ISO 17025.
  • Performed field analytical testing.
  • Understanding analytical methods using different techniques.
  • Understanding of quality and SHERQ procedures.
  • Ability to follow procedures in a routine laboratory.

Skills:

  • Effective written and verbal communication
  • Ability to prioritize, organize and
  • Ability to perform the basic functions on the Information Management System (LIMS

Attitude:

  • Quality and output driven person who can handle pressure and routine
  • Ability to interact with staff and customers.
  • Team worker but can work independently.
  • Conscientious and pays attention to detail.
  • Willingness to work after hours, weekends and public holidays.