Chemist

Join a forward-thinking growing business in Germiston, Gauteng as a Chemist and make a real impact. The right person will be hands-on, organised, and easy to work with.

There is genuine scope to shape the role and make it your own. A safety-first, quality-driven approach underpins everything the team does. You will join a close-knit team that values reliability and mutual respect. We look forward to receiving applications from candidates who meet the criteria.

• Write and review standard operating procedures, analytical reports, and technical documentation for the laboratory.
• Prepare reagents, standards, and culture media accurately according to standard operating procedures.
• Prepare and analyse samples using a range of laboratory techniques including wet chemistry, chromatography, and spectroscopy.
• Develop and validate analytical methods for new products or tests, ensuring methods are robust and reproducible.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain complex analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC-MS, ICP-OES, and spectrophotometers.

• Thorough understanding of laboratory quality systems such as ISO 17025 and the principles of Good Laboratory Practice.
• Hands-on experience with analytical techniques and instruments relevant to the specific industry sector.
• A national diploma or bachelor's degree in chemistry, microbiology, food science, biomedical science, or a related scientific discipline.
• Good problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot analytical methods and instrument issues independently.
• A minimum of one to three years of experience working in an analytical or testing laboratory environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to document procedures and present findings clearly.