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JOHANNESBURG WATER
 
LABORATORY ASSISTANT – REF:LA-JW349/2020
REMUNERATION: R172 896 BASIC SALARY PER ANNUM
 
 
PURPOSE
To conduct routine elementary analysis in the laboratory, assist the analyst with simple analyses when necessary and keep the work place clean and tidy.
 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Plan daily laboratory activities. Arrange received samples on the benches according to the type of sample and worksheet. Prepare the samples before analysis by filtering. Plan the verification of instrumentation. Receive and sign for samples from different stakeholders as per SOP. Undertake elementary analysis such as COD, total solids and chlorides according to SOP. Operate elementary instrumentations such as conductivity meter as directed. Capture data using the necessary computer equipment. Report the outcome of the analysis to the manager. Adhere to Occupational Health and Safety rules and procedures as stipulated by the company. Check eye wash bottles & sodium bicarbonate in the lab. Keep the working place clean & tidy. Assist analyst with the preparation of reagents, standards and sample preparation on a daily basis.
 Assist analyst with analysis when required. Participate in proficiency testing schemes. Participate in accreditation audits. Resolve Corrective Action Requests issued. Verify pH meter daily using buffers. Verify mass balances using mass pieces. Verify auto dispensers by weighing the required volume of water. Verify the heating blocks by checking the temperature daily. Attend toolbox talks. Inform the Lab Manager of any anomaly of results. Report malfunctioning of instruments to the Lab Manager.
 
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Essential qualifications and experience:
• Grade 12 (NQF 4) with Mathematics and Science
• 1 year laboratory experience
 
 
Please forward your CV and qualifications to: Email: jw.bulkwastewater@jwater.co.za  quoting the relevant reference number and job title in the subject line of your correspondence.
 
Closing Date: 09 July 2020