Laboratory Assistant - Bothaville at Vaal Central Water

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Take daily samples of catchments, raw, and point of use.
• Take weekly water samples on the distribution points for analysis.
• Carry out routine physical, chemical and microbiological analysis of water samples and upload results on the IRIS.
• Prepare quality control solutions for testing reagents and plot quality control charts.
• Take sample and verify sample checklist before transportation to Scientific Services.
• Offload and handover samples to Lab personnel and sign of checklist.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections and complete trip authorization for approval.
• Inform the Supervisor about analysis results which do not comply with SANS 241 for drinking water.
• Clean and maintain laboratory and chemical storage facilities, including bench, glassware and equipment.
• Sterilize microbiological samples bottles.
• Ensure calibration of equipment and daily verification of relevant instrumentation and report faults.
• Take part in proficiency testing schemes (benchmarking).
• Ensure the availability of laboratory consumables on site through procurement process.
• Monitor filters and sedimentation tanks for quality control and reporting purposes.
• Adhere to integrated environmental management policy for regional activities.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations and procedures.
• Attend to all assignments as directed from time to time.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Technical Grade 12/ NQF Level 3 in water and waste purification process (with Maths and Science).
• Two years’ relevant experience in water treatment.
• Familiar with Good Laboratory Practice (Laboratory Safety).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Computer Literacy.