General Laboratory Assistant

Main Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

Laboratory Operations & Inventory

• Monitoring and reporting on laboratory inventory stock
• Restocking and distributing laboratory raw materials

Testing & Analysis

• Preparing samples for analysis
• Performing routine laboratory tests and analyses
• Conducting spray water property testing

Quality Control & Reporting

• Conducting quality control on reports
• Ensuring results meet specifications and turnaround times

Support & Development

• Assisting with fertiliser and product development activities
• Supporting production activities when required
• Investigating sampling and product issues

Health, Safety & Housekeeping

• Maintaining laboratory equipment
• Practising general housekeeping and safe work habits

Skills and Capabilities

• Thorough knowledge of laboratory procedures and safety regulations
• Excellent attention to detail
• Able to work well independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in the use of laboratory techniques and equipment
• Adaptable and flexible in dynamic laboratory environments
• Comfortable with routine work and analyses
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
• Able to maintain high standards under pressure
• Effective communication and reporting skills
• Responsible, self-motivated, and dedicated
• Comfortable accepting instructions from different individuals

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• National Certificate or Diploma in Analytical Chemistry or similar

Experience

• Experience in a laboratory working environment would be advantageous

Other specific requirements

• Full professional proficiency in Afrikaans and English (speaking and writing)
• Full proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Medically fit to do manual labour when necessary
• Must be willing to work flexible shifts when operationally required
• Own transport