Laboratory Technician

Key Responsibility Areas

Performs the following duties according to the documented procedures of the Laboratory:

• Laboratory analysis and sampling
  • Samples and analyses water, fuels, lubricants, and transformer oils to be used within the Company.
  • Makes up chemical reagents and ensure no expired reagents are utilized in the Lab’s operation
  • Conducts calibration and verification checks on all Laboratory equipment.
  • Washes and cleans sample bottles and other glassware used during laboratory operation
• Other related duties
  • Samples and analyses fuel from storages facilities (fuel boats, road tankers, fuel terminals and fuel tanks)
  • Inspects road tankers /vessels used to transport fuel within the company.
  • Assist in maintaining and improving the safety culture of the Laboratory operation
  • Identify areas of nonconformity within the Laboratory operation
  • Assists in the monitoring of housekeeping for Laboratories
• Perform other duties that may be assigned to you within the scope of your employment, from an Authorized Officer.

COMPETENCY PROFILE:

• Must be self-motivation, adaptable and a positive attitude
• Knowledge of ISO and Safety policies
• A good working knowledge of operational power plant chemistry and water treatment plant.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Five (5) subjects C.C.C/G.C.E. ‘O’ Levels including Chemistry, English Language and Mathematics (Grades 1- III) or its equivalent with two (2) years’ relevant experience.