SHIFT CHEMIST (3 positions) – Australian Laboratory Services Botswana (Pty) Ltd

Efficient and Effective Operations:

• Investigate and resolve data quality issues and produce outcomes that satisfy/ exceed client’s expectations when required
• Ongoing training and development of staff within the analytical / QC section
• Assisting with the planning, setting-up of and co-ordinating of method validations for the Laboratory and validation reports
• Assisting with the review of quality metrics as defined by the laboratory and management
• Work with the quality systems staff to ensure compliance to  ISO17025 requirements
• Checking and approving outgoing analytical data
• Ensure QPs, QWIs, SOPs or client specific procedures are followed
• Advise on inventory, consumable purchases and maintaining adequate stock levels
• Ensure all analytical instruments/equipment are properly maintained to minimize breakdowns and downtime
• Ensure that timely and quality results are reported to clients through sound analytical analysis and correct QC interpretation
• Ensure efficient operation of all analytical instruments and all work is completed on time with a high degree of accuracy.
• Remain client focused by exceeding their expectations
• Optimize turnaround time and ensure accurate, timely results are achieved and maintained
• Ensure the quality and integrity of procedures used is maintained so as to produce a product that meets the quality objectives
• Advise staff of the quality criteria and ensure equipment is maintained so as to achieve those objectives
• Measure, record, and act upon QA/QC procedures and results immediately by providing feedback
• Regular monitoring of quality
• Ensure the quality of work performed is maintained at a level that meets or exceeds acceptable standards
• Follow the ALS HR best practices whilst managing staff.

About you
To be successful in this role you will have:

• Chemistry/Science/Geology/Engineering Diploma or Degree from a recognized University or Institution and or in-depth understanding and knowledge of Chemistry or Geology.
• 3 years Laboratory experience with atleast 2 years in a supervisory role with a multinational geochemical testing Company.
• Knowledge of Laboratory Quality Management and ISO 17025 accreditation processes.
• Hands-on knowledge of operating spectroscopic instruments AAS, ICP-OES and elemental analyzers (Leco)
• Physically capable and available to work on shifts including weekends, public holidays, and evenings.
• Sound technical knowledge of Geochemical analytical techniques

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