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Laboratory Analyst – Soil

Laboratory Analyst – Soil

SGSCape Town, ZA
3 days ago
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Job title : Laboratory Analyst – Soil

Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town

Deadline : October 26, 2025

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PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure samples are processed and analyzed according to established methods and procedures in support of the quality and management systems.
  • SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

    Performing tests

  • Performing routine tests on samples according to standard methods and procedures.
  • Performing tests on all quality control samples according to standard methods and procedures.
  • Accurately record results on QC charts and designated worksheets where required
  • Evaluate results and report any deviations from quality control norms immediately
  • Assist in sections when in if so communicated doing task and analysis you have been declared competent for – duties with regards to accredited analysis must receive priority over non-accredited work.
  • Operate instruments / equipment according to specified procedures.
  • Maintain logbooks and worksheets indicating maintenance, working conditions and quality control measures
  • Ensure good laboratory practices are followed – do not mess on any apparatus or instrument and if it should happen, clean up spills immediately before continuing.
  • Always adhere to the required safety regulations and protocols and wear the necessary protective clothing.
  • Awareness of the dangers of chemicals used through the study of MSDS
  • Adhere to competency training program.
  • Keep workplace and equipment neat and tidy.
  • Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
  • Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.
  • Planning of tests and evaluation of results

  • Plan activities according to the sample volume and quantities received.
  • Monitor and control stock levels of required chemicals and consumables.
  • Adhere to sample turn-around timeframes.
  • Evaluate results against quality control sample results.
  • Reporting opinions and interpretations

  • Report all results on appropriate and designated worksheets.
  • Calculation and record keeping / distribution of all analytical results.
  • Method modification and development and validation of new methods

  • Perform analysis and report results required for method and instrument validation.
  • Report shortcomings and deviations and perform communicated actions to implement and improve new and existing methods and procedures.
  • Quality System

  • Perform Health and Safety inspections in designated areas.
  • Report deviations and communicate instructions to improve and maintain the quality system.
  • Statistical calculation and record keeping of all control and reference sample results.
  • Managerial Duties

  • Support operations and contribute to a positive staff moral in section.
  • SPECIFIC AUTHORITIES

  • Cease the use of any equipment that may be deemed to constitute a safety hazard or enter hazardous environments without the necessary knowledge and protection and report the situation to higher authority to take action.
  • Cease to carry on with work that may affect the quality (integrity) of services and report the situation to higher authority to take action.
  • Initiate a formal improvement request when a deviation of the system occurs, possible improvements are identified or when nonconformity is identified.
  • Qualifications

    Education

  • Grade 12
  • Experience

  • Minimum of 3 years relevant laboratory experience
  • REQUIRED SKILLS

  • Systematic
  • Thorough
  • Attention to detail
  • Accurate
  • Teamwork
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