Closing Date: 25 July 2025
Reference Number: RAN250711-6
Job Type: Permanent
Department: Bulk Water Services – Operations
Location: Scientific Services, Vereeniging, Gauteng
Are you detail-oriented and passionate about laboratory work? A permanent opportunity is now open for two Laboratory Assistants to join the Inorganic Chemistry team at the Scientific Services site in Vereeniging. If you have hands-on lab experience and enjoy working with water samples and chemical tests, this could be a perfect fit.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Laboratory Assistant, your role will focus on supporting routine chemical analyses in the Inorganic Laboratory. You will be responsible for:
- Preparing and labeling samples using LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System)
- Filtering, distributing, and properly disposing of water samples
- Handling and scanning sample bottles received from the cooler room
- Cleaning laboratory glassware and maintaining a tidy workspace
- Performing basic water tests such as DO (Dissolved Oxygen) and MBAS
- Assisting with the handling of gas cylinders and chemical waste
- Supporting sampling activities across various inorganic chemical processes
- Following safety, health, environment, risk, and quality (SHERQ) protocols at all times
What You’ll Need to Qualify
Minimum Requirements:
- Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 with Mathematics and Science
- At least 2 years of experience in an analytical laboratory environment
What You Should Know
Knowledge Required:
- A basic understanding of ISO 17025 standards
- Familiarity with water sampling procedures and devices
- Awareness of general lab safety and SHERQ practices
- Ability to follow established procedures consistently
Key Skills:
- Basic computer literacy
- Clear and effective communication (written & verbal)
- Strong organizational skills and time management
- Ability to work within a LIMS-based system
Ideal Attitude & Attributes:
- Reliable, detail-focused, and quality-driven
- Comfortable with routine tasks and working under pressure
- Able to work independently or in a team environment
- Professional, conscientious, and safety-minded
- Willing to work overtime, weekends, or public holidays when needed
If you’re passionate about science, enjoy structured lab work, and want to grow in a reputable water services organization, don’t miss this opportunity. Apply before 25 July 2025 and take the next step in your laboratory career.
