Reference Number :RAN230116-5
Job Title : DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME : ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
Portfolio :Bulk Water Services – Operations
Job Type Classification :Graduate
Location – Country :South Africa
Location – Province :Gauteng
Location – Town / City :Vereeniging
Location – Site :Scientific Services
Job Advert Summary
INTERNAL & External applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the following vacancy in the Analytical Services Department (Chemistry Section) within the Scientific Services Division at Vereeniging.
Minimum Requirements
Four years qualifications (NQF 8) in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry.
Experience in research projects and techniques.
Primary Duties
The overall responsibility of the successful candidate is:
- Development of new analytical methods, or improvement of methods in the field of Analytical Chemistry.
- Perform analysis and trouble shouting related to methods and instruments.
- Documentation and checking of results on the identified databases.
- Performance and documentation of all quality control checks of identified analytical test according to the ISO 17025 accreditation system.
- Undertaking maintenance of equipment/instrumentation and keeping of appropriate documentation.
- Adherence to SHEQ practices and good housekeeping principles in the area of work
Knowledge
- Knowledge and understanding of analytical chemistry methods and techniques
- Knowledge of good laboratory practice (GLP)
- Basic statistical knowledge
- Knowledge and understanding of Project Management
Skills
Computer literacy in Word Processing and spreadsheet applications.
Ability to prioritise, organise and plan.
Skilled in the application of analytical methodologies and instrument techniques
Effective written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Attitude
Quality and output driven person who can handle pressure and routine work.
Ability to interact with staff and customers
Team worker but must also be able to work independently
Conscientious and pays attention to detail