Lab Operator at Tharisa

Job Description
Purpose of Role

• This role is responsible for precise laboratory testing, performance monitoring, and analytical support

Role Context

• Conduct laboratory-scale flow battery tests following standard operating procedures
• Set up, operate, and maintain test rigs and laboratory instrumentation
• Monitor the performance of field-deployed batteries and assist with on-site diagnostics
• Collect, label, and prepare liquid and solid samples for chemical and physical analysis
• Perform basic and intermediate analytical tests (e.g., titrations, spectroscopic analysis) on samples
• Record test conditions, results, and anomalies with high attention to detail
• Assist with data entry, analysis, and generation of test reports
• Support laboratory housekeeping, safety protocols, and inventory management
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, attend technical meetings, and communicate findings clearly
• Ensuring that samples are prepared and analysed accurately and timeously

Job Requirements
Qualifications:

• Grade 12 /with passed subjects (Mathematics and Science), /NQF Level 4
• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or equivalent science discipline would be advantageous
• Computer Literate (Word, excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Job-specific Experience

• Prior laboratory experience, ideally in battery development, electrochemistry, or related fields.
• Practical knowledge of chemical handling and laboratory safety practices.
• Strong analytical, observational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work flexibly as part of a development team and independently when required.
• Computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).