Lab Technician

A well-established organisation based in Pretoria, Gauteng is seeking a dedicated Lab Technician to join its team.

You will be given real responsibility and the trust to run with it. The business promotes from within wherever possible, opening doors over time. The culture is down-to-earth, with a real focus on getting things right. If you meet the requirements below, we encourage you to apply today.

Normal working hours apply, with occasional flexibility required during busy periods.

• Conduct microbiological testing including total plate counts, pathogen detection, and sterility testing following standardised methods.
• Ensure compliance with Good Laboratory Practice, Good Manufacturing Practice, and ISO 17025 accreditation standards.
• Prepare reagents, standards, and culture media accurately according to standard operating procedures.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain complex analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC-MS, ICP-OES, and spectrophotometers.
• Record and interpret test results accurately in the laboratory information management system, identifying trends and anomalies.
• 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.

• A national diploma or bachelor's degree in chemistry, microbiology, food science, biomedical science, or a related scientific discipline.
• Hands-on experience with analytical techniques and instruments relevant to the specific industry sector.
• 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.