Princ Laboratory Analyst Gr 1 at Sasol

Purpose of Job

• Prepare, analyse and report routine samples according to appropriate analytical methods to various business operations

Recruitment Description / Key Accountabilities

• Receiving of samples (sample scanning).
• Preparation of samples, reagents and standards.
• Analysis of control standards for instrument verification.
• Analysis of samples using Sasol Analytical Methods and Work Instructions.
• Reporting of results on-time to customers using LIMS.
• Reporting of out of spec results following the Out of Spec Procedure.
• Reporting of erroneous results to senior laboratory personnel for reactivations.
• Retention of raw data for traceability.
• Comply to all safety rules and regulations.
• General housekeeping.
• Conformance to ISO standards.

Recruitment Description Continued

• Follow works procedures, policies, methods and instructions.
• Maintenance and upkeep of laboratory instruments.
• Ensuring team effectiveness by proactively enhancing good team relationships.
• Conform to all legal requirements, e.g. OSH Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act.
• Keep track of consumables and report shortages.
• Apply good laboratory practices.
• Effectively plan own work activities.
• Adhere to safety rules, e.g. PPE regulations.
• Capture and handle data.
• Capture data and report.
• Identify, report and re-do samples when deviations occur.
• Recruitment Description Continued
• Conduct analytical problem solving.
• Set up and calibrate testing equipment.
• Conduct first line maintenance on testing equipment.
• Show willingness and ability to develop competence within and outside area of responsibility.
• Conduct on-the-job training.
• Participate in KPI and PDP discussions.
• Ensure performance against PDP.
• Ensure that all results are entered and approved before turn-around-time.

Recruitment Description Continued

• Communicate effectively daily with fellow team members and customers
• Report result deviations or equipment downtime immediately to senior laboratory personnel
• Willing to assist fellow colleague with work
• Make suggestions and contributions to safety improvements.

Formal Education

• Matric/Grade 12 with Mathematics and Physical Science (Must)
• National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry (preferred)

Min Experience

• Experience: 0 - 5+ relevant years