Analytical Chemist
Vaal Central Water
Bothaville, Free State
Permanent
Posted 16 July 2025
- Closing Date 15 August 2025
Job Details
Job Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Compile, implement and validate test methods to ensure credibility of test results.
- Compile and update methods manuals for instrumentation lab.
- Observe trends on the control charts, investigate non-compliance to management system and implement corrective actions.
- Compile weekly water quality failure reports and forward them to the regions for action.
- Investigate root cause(s) of non-conformances registered during internal and external audits and implement corrective actions(s).
- Benchmark best practices with other stakeholders in the industry and recommends an appropriate methodology.
- Plan for repair and maintenance of instruments including troubleshooting of reported faults.
- Compile and submit sectional monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Supervise all instrumentation laboratories.
- Ensure adherence to health, safety and environmental standards in the workplace.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Honours in Chemistry.
- Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in a SANAS accredited laboratory at supervisory level.
- Knowledge of ISO 17025.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Computer literacy.
- SANAS approved Technical Signatory.