Lab Technician

A great opportunity is available for an experienced Lab Technician in Pretoria, Gauteng.

It is a busy, practical environment where no two days look quite the same. Honesty, reliability, and common sense go a long way in this team. You will pick up new skills on the job and be backed to apply them. Do not miss this chance — send through your application without delay.

• Investigate out-of-specification and out-of-trend results, performing root cause analysis and documenting findings thoroughly.
• Prepare reagents, standards, and culture media accurately according to standard operating procedures.
• Record and interpret test results accurately in the laboratory information management system, identifying trends and anomalies.
• Monitor laboratory supplies and consumables, placing orders to ensure uninterrupted testing capability.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain complex analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC-MS, ICP-OES, and spectrophotometers.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to document procedures and present findings clearly.
• 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.
• The ability to work methodically and prioritise tasks in a high-volume laboratory environment while maintaining quality.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in sample handling, testing, and documentation to ensure reliable results.
• Proficiency in laboratory information management systems and Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.