Laboratory Analyst - JHB East Rand at Rand Refinery

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• The purpose of this role is to analyse the samples from external and internal customers according to the set standard operation procedures for the specific task.

DIVERSITY OF WORK

• Works within analytical section at an interpretive level, however analytical function is part of the Laboratory.

DECISION MAKING

• Open ended, production decisions or recommendations, requiring understanding of analytical processes.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure all samples are analysed to the specific standard operating procedure.
• Ensure all relative sample information is entered correctly and efficiently into computer systems (LIMS and SAP).
• Ensure that the correct preparation principles are applied before assaying and sampling Standards and principles.
• Perform continuous control monitoring to ensure that processes are running smoothly.
• Issue certificates for the samples when they are of the specified standard.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A completed Matric qualification.
• National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in similar role.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge on customer samples.
• Problem identification knowledge.
• SHEQ knowledge.
• Assaying techniques.
• Equipment knowledge - related to the position.
• Hazard identification.
• Numerical ability.
• Business knowledge.
• Administration, reporting and certification knowledge.
• Proficiency in the MS Office package (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• SAP and LIM knowledge.