54 Laboratory Technician jobs in South Africa

Location: Mpumalanga

Position Type: Full-time, Permanent

Job Summary:
Hire Resolve's Client are seeking a Metallurgical Laboratory Technician to join their mining team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting metallurgical testing and analysis to support our mining operations. This role will involve running various laboratory experiments, collecting data, and providing recommendations to improve efficiency and productivity in our mining processes.

1. Conduct metallurgical testing on samples collected from mining operations.
2. Prepare samples for analysis using various laboratory equipment and tools.
3. Perform chemical and physical analysis of samples to determine composition and properties.
4. Interpret and analyze test results to identify potential issues and provide recommendations for improvement.
5. Maintain accurate records of test results and data for reporting purposes.
6. Collaborate with other team members to troubleshoot issues and find innovative solutions.
7. Adhere to safety protocols and regulations while working in the laboratory.

1. Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
2. Previous experience working in a metallurgical laboratory, preferably in the mining industry.
3. Familiarity with laboratory equipment and techniques for metallurgical testing.
4. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
6. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
7. Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.

1. Salary: R360k - R420k

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Apply for this role today, contact Menina Campher at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn. You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV:

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

Job category: Chemistry, Physics and Biology

Location: Queenstown

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Twizza is the fastest growing, affordable, quality beverage company in South Africa supplying local markets and selected neighboring countries from our manufacturing facilities in Queenstown, Middelburg (Mpumalanga) and Cape Town. We are a passionate, innovative, and entrepreneurial organization committed to excellence, collaboration, transparency, respect, inspiration and we are looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our Cape Town Quality & Compliance Team. The purpose of a Laboratory Technician is to conduct microbiological and analytical tests on raw material and finished products manufactured ensuring results are communicated and corrected, to comply with the organizational as well as legal standards and procedures, and to carry out any other relevant duties as required.

Product testing:

• Conduct micro and analytical testing on the following products using approved testing methods as per SOP:
• Incoming Raw Material and verification of consignment products.
• External verification tests by a SANAS Accredited Laboratory.
• Equipment Calibration and/or Verifications.
• Conduct micro-testing on people, equipment, environment, water, and air by plating on Agar plates and Petri Films.
• Conduct analytical tests in water as follows: Chlorine and pH.

Communication, reporting of results and deviations, and Investigation:

• Communicate any deviations to the Team Leader and/or Quality Manager and assist in root cause analysis to identify the source of deviation/non-conformity.

Ensure all reagents to be used are available and discard all waste generated during analysis:

• Plan work accordingly and request reagents if not available or about to expire.
• Correct and safe packing of waste for disposal.

Health, Safety, Quality and FSSC 22 000:

• Inspection on plant and products.
• Ensure adherence to standards.
• Ensure that all work is done in a safe manner and all equipment used complies with Safety Standards.
• Support the company's Health and Safety as well as Quality programme to achieve the identified objectives and targets and fulfil the responsibilities assigned by management. Adhere to all Food Safety Standards and report on all issues with regards to the Food Safety Management System to the Food Safety Team.
• Ensure that the Critical Control Points (CCP 1 & CCP 2) and Operational Prerequisite Programs (OPRP 2) are measured, monitored and verified at predetermined frequencies as per the SOP.

• Grade 12
• BSC Microbiology/ BSC or Diploma in Biotechnology/ B.Tech in Food Technology / Analytical Chemistry

Job category: Chemistry, Physics and Biology

Location: Queenstown

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Twizza is the fastest growing, affordable, quality beverage company in South Africa supplying local markets and selected neighboring countries from our manufacturing facilities in Queenstown, Middelburg (Mpumalanga) and Cape Town. We are a passionate, innovative, and entrepreneurial organization committed to excellence, collaboration, transparency, respect, inspiration and we are looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our Cape Town Quality & Compliance Team. The purpose of a Laboratory Technician is to conduct microbiological and analytical tests on raw material and finished products manufactured ensuring results are communicated and corrected, to comply with the organizational as well as legal standards and procedures, and to carry out any other relevant duties as required.

Product testing:

• Conduct micro and analytical testing on the following products using approved testing methods as per SOP:
• Incoming Raw Material and verification of consignment products.
• External verification tests by a SANAS Accredited Laboratory.
• Equipment Calibration and/or Verifications.
• Conduct micro-testing on people, equipment, environment, water, and air by plating on Agar plates and Petri Films.
• Conduct analytical tests in water as follows: Chlorine and pH.

Communication, reporting of results and deviations, and Investigation:

• Communicate any deviations to the Team Leader and/or Quality Manager and assist in root cause analysis to identify the source of deviation/non-conformity.

Ensure all reagents to be used are available and discard all waste generated during analysis:

• Plan work accordingly and request reagents if not available or about to expire.
• Correct and safe packing of waste for disposal.

Health, Safety, Quality and FSSC 22 000:

• Inspection on plant and products.
• Ensure adherence to standards.
• Ensure that all work is done in a safe manner and all equipment used complies with Safety Standards.
• Support the company's Health and Safety as well as Quality programme to achieve the identified objectives and targets and fulfil the responsibilities assigned by management. Adhere to all Food Safety Standards and report on all issues with regards to the Food Safety Management System to the Food Safety Team.
• Ensure that the Critical Control Points (CCP 1 & CCP 2) and Operational Prerequisite Programs (OPRP 2) are measured, monitored and verified at predetermined frequencies as per the SOP.

• Grade 12
• BSC Microbiology/ BSC or Diploma in Biotechnology/ B.Tech in Food Technology / Analytical Chemistry

Industry: Scientific, Research & Development

Job category: Others: RandD, Science and Scientific Research

Location: Randburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Technician within the Pyrometallurgy Division. The successful candidate will assist in the commissioning, maintenance, operation and management of laboratory and pilot-scale facilities in the Pyrometallurgy Division. Ability to conceptualise and execute research and commercial projects using laboratory and pilot scale facilities is a highly desirable attribute for the position. Contributing to human capital development and willingness to work towards a common purpose with a strong sense of equity and inclusion are non-negotiable attributes of the role.

• Responsible for the commissioning, maintenance, operation and management of laboratory and pilot-scale facilities in the Pyrometallurgy Division.
• Providing technical support and facilitating the smooth execution of research, technology demonstration, and commercialisation activities in the Division.
• Assume full responsibility for the sample management and SHEQ systems, including maintaining detailed equipment maintenance schedules and ensuring that critical spares and stocks are timely maintained and preserved.
• Providing administrative support to the Division, including managing and coordinating tender processes for CAPEX and large scale infrastructure projects.
• Contributing to human capital development through coaching and mentoring of colleagues, including providing postgraduate supervision where necessary.

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in pyrometallurgy research, technology development or related
  environment.
• Demonstrated ability to develop experimental techniques, models and prototypes is a distinct
  advantage.
• Experience in designing pyrometallurgical processes using thermochemical software tools such asPyroSim and FactSage is an added advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to develop experimental techniques, models and prototypes.
• Demonstrable experience in supporting complex research projects, particularly from concept to highertechnology readiness levels.
• Portfolio of publications in peer-reviewed journals and/or conference proceedings is an addedadvantage.

• Minimum BTech in Engineering (Metallurgical/ Chemical/ Process) or equivalent.
• Ideally, MTech in Engineering (Metallurgical/ Chemical/ Process), or equivalent.
• Professional recognition and registration are added advantages.

Company Description

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 89,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

The Junior Laboratory Technician shall be responsible for performing analytical tests on Chemical, Petroleum, Agricultural and other food related products. This is to determine whether a product conforms/does not conform to Client’s specifications. The Junior Laboratory Technician will work and report test results under the close supervision of a Senior Laboratory Technician.

1. Perform analysis using approved and valid test methods e.g. ASTM, IP, AOCS, BP etc.
2. All analysis to be performed with the highest level of accuracy and precision.
3. Ensure that all analytical equipment is calibrated before use.
4. Ensure that all analytical solutions and reagents are standardized before use.
5. Maintain a calibration schedule for all analytical equipment.
6. Label all analytical equipment with unique identification numbers and calibration status.
7. Record calibration data accurately and in the correct documentation for traceability purposes.
8. Maintain records of all raw data and calculations for traceability purposes.
9. Ensure that all reference materials are valid and traceable to an approved supplier.
10. Report immediately any deficiencies and malfunctions to the Laboratory Manager.
11. Report immediately any non-conformances to the Laboratory Manager.
12. Rectify non-conformances through corrective/preventative actions.
13. Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
14. Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by the direct line manager.

Education

• Minimum academic qualification is National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry or equivalent.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years testing experience in Petroleum / Chemical related industry. Subject to Management's discretion.

Competencies

• Valid driver’s license.

We are seeking a skilled Dental Technician with at least 2 years of experience in crown and bridge work, including digital design and manufacturing. Proficiency in CAD/CAM systems, especially Exocad, is required to create accurate and aesthetic restorations. The ideal candidate should have a strong attention to detail, be team-oriented, and committed to maintaining high-quality lab standards.

For more information, please contact Richard Bramley at +27 83 490 1586 or email

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Hospitals and Health Care

Introduction

Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Technician within the Pyrometallurgy Division. The successful candidate will assist in the commissioning, maintenance, operation and management of laboratory and pilot-scale facilities in the Pyrometallurgy Division. Ability to conceptualise and execute research and commercial projects using laboratory and pilot scale facilities is a highly desirable attribute for the position. Contributing to human capital development and willingness to work towards a common purpose with a strong sense of equity and inclusion are non-negotiable attributes of the role.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for the commissioning, maintenance, operation and management of laboratory and pilot-scale facilities in the Pyrometallurgy Division.
• Providing technical support and facilitating the smooth execution of research, technology demonstration, and commercialisation activities in the Division.
• Assume full responsibility for the sample management and SHEQ systems, including maintaining detailed equipment maintenance schedules and ensuring that critical spares and stocks are timely maintained and preserved.
• Providing administrative support to the Division, including managing and coordinating tender processes for CAPEX and large scale infrastructure projects.
• Contributing to human capital development through coaching and mentoring of colleagues, including providing postgraduate supervision where necessary.
  
  

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in pyrometallurgy research, technology development or related environment.
• Demonstrated ability to develop experimental techniques, models and prototypes is a distinct advantage.
• Experience in designing pyrometallurgical processes using thermochemical software tools such as PyroSim and FactSage is an added advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to develop experimental techniques, models and prototypes.
• Demonstrable experience in supporting complex research projects, particularly from concept to higher technology readiness levels.
• Portfolio of publications in peer-reviewed journals and/or conference proceedings is an added advantage.
  
  

• Minimum BTech in Engineering (Metallurgical/ Chemical/ Process) or equivalent.
• Ideally, MTech in Engineering (Metallurgical/ Chemical/ Process), or equivalent.
• Professional recognition and registration are added advantages.

• We are seeking an experienced and dedicated, analytically minded detail-oriented Lab Technician to carry out formulations of paints and coatings products, conduct performance paint evaluations and offset raw materials, sample preparations and participate in commercial and technology transfer process activities to ensure secure product launches.
• The technician will conduct research and explore how products may be improved while furthering scientific knowledge to drive profitability.
• The lab technician's role, requires in depth knowledge of paint and coatings testing, including the methods used, equipment and laboratory systems.
• Job flexibility will be developed to ensure appropriate support of other roles at any time in the laboratory and will be expected to help with other work outside the department in a technical liaison role, when required.
• Lab technician will closely work with team members on paint formulations and testing as well as analytical and continuous improvement projects on a day-to-day basis.
  
  

• Listening accurately and confirming the concern.
• Be comfortable leading as an active listener.
• Ask questions to confirm you understood the concern, timeline and align on a plan.
• Demonstrate active listening, by recording accurate appraisal notes, with clearly annotated follow up plans.
• Willingness to accept constructive critics and demonstrate an ability to reflect and recalibrate.
  
  

• Verbally in person and virtually.
• Visually through graphs, flow charts.
• Technically through spreadsheets and other analytical tools.
  
  

• Make formulations in support of product development in respect to CASE.
  
  

• Perform testing of critical to quality attributes for product performance and development.
• Perform testing from standard procedures.
• Prepare test formulations, conducting tests and advising and coordinating test procedures.
• Enter and modify formulas into formula data base as needed.
  
  

• Record, organize and report all development in a professional format and be able to presents findings.
  
  

• Follow all company and laboratory procedures.
• Maintain highest standard of housekeeping.
• Evaluate testing protocols and suggests improvements.
• Assure that all equipment is maintained and all chemicals are handled appropriately.
  
  

• Interact cross functionally with other divisions to support.
• Consult with Sales & Business Development on analysis, interpretation and findings of new product developments.
• Assist in evaluating and ensuring laboratory safety procedures and standard compliances.
  
  

• Matric.
• 3-year tertiary qualifications in chemistry, chemical engineering, coating or closely related field with at least 3 years working experience in the following fields:
• Paint and coatings formulations, application and general property testing is required.
• Knowledge of Enamels, epoxies, polyurethane based, waterborne and solvent borne formulations.
• Knowledge of colorimetry, color science, rheology and basic polymer chemistry.
• Good organizational and record keeping skills.
• Good communication (written & verbal) with report writing and document reviewing skills.
• Ability to maintain self - control and work efficiently under pressure.
  
  

• Join a young dynamic team who is leading the chemical distribution on the African continent.
• Enjoy a collaborative, international and agile work environment.
• Be part of a team where freedom, initiative and ‘thinking out of the box’ is key.
• Opportunity to work in a growing versatile environment.
• Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits package.
• Explore opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
  
  

AVI Ltd. is home to some of South Africa’s most trusted household brands across categories such as hot beverages, biscuits, snacks, frozen foods, personal care products, and more. Our subsidiary, National Brands Limited (NBL) , operates five state-of-the-art manufacturing sites, delivering renowned products including South African tea, coffee, creamer, and delicious sweet and savory biscuits.

We are currently offering an exciting opportunity for Laboratory Technician (Fixed Term Contract) to join our team at the NBL Durban Tea Factory . This role is ideal for a candidate with a background in SANS 17025 and FSSC 22000Raw Material and Packaging Analysis, and Non-Conformance Reports (NCR) handling.

The successful candidate will perform physical and chemical analyses of Raw Materials. This position will be critical in upholding the Quality Assurance Management System, ensuring all laboratory equipment is calibrated and fully functional.

Line Manager: Laboratory Supervisor

Key Performance Areas

Raw Materials and Packaging Control:

• Inspect and test incoming Raw and Packaging Materials as per the NBL Sampling Plan.
• Conduct physical and technical analysis to ensure compliance with specifications using SAP.
• Manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for non-conforming materials and communicate results to the Laboratory Supervisor.
• Carry out analysis as required on Packaging materials at incoming and in-process
  
  

• Raise and manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) from initiation to resolution, ensuring that products not meeting standards are isolated and addressed promptly.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for in-depth investigations on material or process deviations.
  
  

• Perform in-process material tests and monitor critical data points.
• Proactively highlight any deviations from the standards to the Laboratory Supervisor or Quality Assurance Manager for immediate action.
  
  

• Complete GMP audits according to the required schedule, ensuring any areas of concern are reported.
• To support Food Safety through GMP’s and GLP being upheld at all times
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment within the lab.
  
  

• Ensure trainees and team members understand and can effectively execute their responsibilities.
• Training in basic laboratory techniques
  
  

• Engage in continuous improvement projects to optimize quality control processes and contribute to efficiency and accuracy.
• To assist in ongoing product/ plants quality improvements through plant trials, HACCP and ISO standards
  
  

• Minimum of 1 year in a quality assurance role within an FMCG environment, with exposure to SANS 17025 Audits and handling of Raw Materials and Packaging.
  
  

• National Diploma in Food Technology or an equivalent qualification.
  
  

• Proficient understanding of FSSC 22000, HACCP, GMP, GLP, and AIB food safety standards.
• Experience with SAP for capturing results and managing Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.