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Lab Technician
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Job Title: Laboratory Technician & Personal Assistant
Location: University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), Durban, South Africa
Department: School of Laboratory Medicine & Medical Sciences
Reports To: Professor Veron Ramsuran
Position Overview:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Laboratory Technician & Personal Assistant to Prof. Veron Ramsuran. This is a dual role that combines laboratory support with administrative and personal assistance. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing laboratory procedures while also assisting with scheduling, communication, and organizational tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
Laboratory Technician Duties:
- Receive, log, and track incoming biological samples.
- Prepare samples for analysis, including nucleic acid extraction.
- Perform molecular biology techniques, including PCR (conventional and/or real-time).
- Assist in maintaining accurate laboratory records, databases, and chain of custody logs.
- Monitor and maintain laboratory inventory, reagents, and consumables.
- Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensure compliance with biosafety guidelines.
- Assist with troubleshooting laboratory equipment and technical protocols.
- Support research projects under the guidance of Prof. Ramsuran and other senior staff.
Personal Assistant Duties:
- Manage and coordinate Prof. Ramsuran's calendar, meetings, and appointments.
- Draft, proofread, and manage correspondence (emails, memos, documents, reports).
- Assist with travel arrangements, conference bookings, and related logistics.
- Organize and maintain files, records, and confidential documents.
- Act as the first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide general administrative support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
- Assist in project coordination, deadline tracking, and meeting follow-ups.
Communication & Liaison:
- Act as the primary point of contact between Professor Ramsuran and internal/external stakeholders including students, faculty, collaborators, funders, and administrative staff.
- Screen and prioritize emails, calls, and requests, responding on behalf of the Professor when appropriate.
- Coordinate communication with local and international research collaborators.
Research & Academic Support:
- Assist with the preparation and submission of research proposals, ethical approvals, and academic manuscripts.
- Manage reference materials and assist with literature reviews or presentation materials.
- Track research project timelines, deliverables, and reporting obligations.
Travel & Event Coordination:
- Organize national and international travel including visa arrangements, accommodation, transport, and itineraries.
- Coordinate logistics for academic conferences, workshops, meetings, and public lectures.
Financial & Procurement Administration:
- Support with processing reimbursements, travel claims, and budget tracking related to research projects.
- Assist in procurement processes for laboratory or office supplies, ensuring compliance with UKZN procurement policies.
Student & Team Support:
- Serve as a liaison for postgraduate students and research staff reporting to Professor Ramsuran.
- Coordinate schedules, progress meetings, and documentation related to student supervision.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or diploma in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Medical Laboratory Science, or related field.
- Prior laboratory experience with sample handling, extraction, and PCR techniques is essential.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Skills & Attributes
- Experience in a research or academic laboratory setting.
- Knowledge of laboratory quality control and biosafety standards.
- Previous experience in an administrative or personal assistant role.
- Strong time management with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work closely with a leading academic and research professional.
- Exposure to cutting-edge research in molecular biology.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Professional development opportunities.
Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for this dual role.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From R10 000,00 per month
Education:
- Diploma (Required)
Work Location: In person
Lab Technician
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We're looking for a passionate and detail-oriented individual to join our Food Technology Lab. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on, experimental environment and is eager to contribute to innovative food product development, testing, and quality assurance.
Job Description
As a Food Technologist / Lab Technician, you will be responsible for supporting the development, testing, and refinement of food products and processes. Your work will directly impact product safety, quality, and innovation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct laboratory tests on food samples for quality, safety, and nutritional content
- Assist in the formulation and development of new food products
- Maintain accurate records of experiments, results, and formulations
- Operate and calibrate lab equipment (e.g., pH meters, moisture analyzers, spectrophotometers)
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and internal standards
- Collaborate with R&D, production, and quality assurance teams
- Prepare samples for sensory evaluation and shelf-life testing
- Monitor and document environmental conditions in the lab
- Assist in sourcing and testing new ingredients or packaging materials
Requirements
Education & Experience:
- Diploma or Degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Biotechnology, or related field
- 1–3 years of experience in a food lab or production environment (entry-level applicants with strong academic background will be considered)
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong understanding of food chemistry, microbiology, and safety standards
- Familiarity with HACCP, ISO, or GMP protocols
- Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic lab software
Bonus Skills (Not Required):
- Experience with sensory analysis panels
- Familiarity with HACCP, ISO, or GMP implementation
- Knowledge of plant-based or alternative protein formulations
- Familiarity with regulatory submissions or product labeling
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Quality Lab Technician (Metrologist)
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Purpose:
Assure all Quality activities are performed according to BOS-, TS 16 949-, ISO 9000 standards and specific customer requirements. Develop and maintains test instructions.
Responsibilities:
Plan and execute all necessary measurements in the lab
Experience in writing measuring programmes.
Conduct various testing functions within the laboratory environment according to international standards.
Manage gauge and test equipment calibration system
Perform calibration
Perform R&R studies and performs wear trend analyses
Assure compliance to ISO / IEC 17025 standard
Manage Product Audits within plant
Ensure that continuous improvement is made in all Production MEQ Quality Deliverables (e.g.:
RPPM, CPPM, IPPM, SPPM, Quality Costs, Customer Product Audits and Warranty / JD Power)
Ensure that customer and internally identified quality issues are resolved using the company problem solving methods (8D Report, Problem Solving Document “PSD”, PCAD, Kepner-Tregoe, etc.)
Prepare necessary corrective / preventive actions, follow up, verify and release of actions.
Execute any reasonable request from Quality Manager.
Requirements:
A Bachelor´s degree is required (or equivalent experience)
Specific education and training in Quality disciplines including as a minimum QS9000,
Continuous Improvement, Total Quality Management, PPAP, FMEA, Control plans, DOE and SPC are also required
Minimum 5 years in automotive industry, minimum 3 years in quality area.
Mechanical Technician
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- Must have a minimum of 3 to 5 years experience as a Mechanical Technician in the Tissue Converting or FMCG Manufacturing Industry
- N3/N4 in Mechanical Engineering | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or Mechatronics required
- Proficient in Mechanical Maintenance | Fault finding | Repair of high-speed converting machinery essential
- Strong knowledge of rewinders | embossers | slitters | wrappers |palletizing systems will be beneficial
- Valid Driver's License and own Transport required
- Contactable references and payslips required
Salary Structure:
- Basic Salary of between R 25 000 and R 35 000 negotiable based on experience
- Benefits
(Only suitable candidates will be shortlisted and contacted within 14 days)
Mechanical Technician
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Position:
Mechanical Technician
Site:
JJ Precision
Reports to:
Engineering Manager
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position of a
Mechanical Technician
. The position available will be based at the
JJ Precision
Plant in Pinetown reporting to the
Engineering Manager
.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to)
- Perform and carry out planned and unplanned maintenance on Injection moulding machines, assembly machines, wadding machines, robotic machines and plant utilities.
- Ensure accurate capturing of all breakdowns on DMS.
- Perform plant maintenance & remedial work as per DMS.
- Perform accurate problem solving for all major breakdowns using applicable tools, e.g. fishbone, 5WHYs etc.
- Participate in failure analysis programs in conjunction with other departments.
- Carry out fault finding and diagnose on pneumatic and hydraulic circuits.
- Adhere to Health and Safety work procedures and ensure all are up to date.
- Conduct all mechanical repairs first time working independently.
- Ensure machines run productively and efficiently daily by monitoring set measures.
- Contribute to the reduction and eliminating of scrap in all machines in the plant.
- Oversee Setters by coaching employees sharpening their technical skills.
- Perform standby duties in line with business requirements.
- Training of apprentices, trainees and other junior stuff.
- Perform any reasonable request in line with the business requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Matric or equivalent.
- Trade tested as Fitter / Millwright (with demonstrated mechanical aptitude).
- Technical tertiary qualification N6 Mechanical Engineering.
- 5-8 years in a technical role or similar role.
- Must be computer literate (Microsoft Office).
- Injection moulding mechanical fitting experience (advantageous).
- Advanced hydraulic training & experience (advantageous).
- Hands on experience setting up IMM robots (advantageous).
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES, BEHAVIOURS AND ATTITUTES
- Strong Technical and operational mindset.
- Team player with ability to work independently.
- Excellent problem solving/ fault finding skills.
Interested candidates should forward a comprehensive CV via email to
by the
09 October 2025.
Please note that preference will be given to designated groups including people with disabilities, as per the company's Employment Equity Plan and under-representations.
If you do not hear back from us within 3 weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Mechanical Technician Intern
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What We Are Looking For
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
: The artillery and mortar groups in Boskop Product Development has a training opportunity for a graduate technician to receive exposure in the design, fabrication and testing of artillery munitions. The training opportunity will cover the design (CAD, detailed drawings and data-pack configuration), manufacturing (liaising with suppliers and plant regarding hardware) and preparing hardware for testing and assisting in test execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Support engineers and technicians in organizing hardware with suppliers and the plant.
- Support engineers and technicians in assembling of hardware for testing.
- Support engineers and technicians in draughting of components and assemblies.
- Support in data pack configuration.
- Hardware fabrication.
- Components procurement and collection.
- Follow safety guidelines and procedures when working in the plant and with tools.
What Qualifications You Should Have
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
:
- NQF level 6 Mechanical engineering.
- Interest in mechanical design, 3D CAD, draughting, building hardware and testing.
- Computer literacy.
- Problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Good planning and organizational abilities.
- Good communication skills.
- Clear security screening.
Senior Mechanical Technician
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Mechanical design engineer/technician
An EME based in Pretoria East, Waltloo is looking for an experienced, energetic, sharp, dedicated and disciplined professional to join their team. .
The following are the minimum requirements:
BSc/BTech/Associates degree in mechanical engineering technology (MIT), or similar.
A minimum of 10 years' experience as a mechanical technician in a related industry.
NB: Please attach your current payslip or expected rate.
Skills and Competencies required
Extensive knowledge of mechanical engineering designs, installations, maintenance, and repairs.
Proficiency in mechanical design and diagnostic testing software.
Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Great organizational and time management abilities.
Certified Supporting documents sent with CV:
Copy of ID
Copy of your Qualifications
Current payslip or expected rate
APPLICATION WITHOUT THE SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS WON'T BE CONSIDERED
Please send all CV's together with Certified supporting documents to
Closing Date: 05 September 2025
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person
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Field Service Technician
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- Must have a minimum of 3 years experience as a Field Service Technician in the Transport & Logistics Industry
- Experience in Refrigeration & Mechanical & Auto Electrical work will be essential
- Relevant Technical Qualification | Trade Test is essential
- Strong Diagnostic and repair skills across multiple technical disciplines
- Valid Driver's License
- Competitive, market-related salary package (based on experience)
- Benefits
- 13th Cheque
- Standby Allowance
Field Service Technician
Posted 27 days ago
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Duties:
- Report to client in writing and record keeping of repairs and returns
- Prepare, submit and record keeping of warranty claims
- Telephonic and on-site support for customers
- Internal sales technical support
- Maintain ISO requirements
- Commissioning of equipment
- Problem evaluation on specific applications where equipment is used
- Attend to breakdowns
- Ability to travel away from home, after hours, and cross border support
- Assist with spare stock control and warehousing
- Assist with customer quotes when required
- Adhoc duties as required by Manager
Requirements:
- Qualified Electrician or Technician with an N3 Certificate or National Diploma in Electrical Engineering
- Practical experience in Control Systems , with exposure to Electronics and/or Pneumatics
- Minimum of 3 years hands-on experience in Control Systems
- Valid Drivers License required
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Field Service Technician
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Field Service Technician
Keep vital vacuum and air systems running while building strong customer relationships.
Johannesburg (Gauteng) R20,000 - R30,000 per month basic (CTC R35,000 - R40,000) Benefits: provident fund, group life cover, company bakkie, and phone
About Our Client
A leading specialist in vacuum and air solutions, serving industries such as food processing, automotive, chemicals/pharma, plastics, medical, and water/wastewater. They combine technical excellence with a consultative approach to service and after-sales support. With a growing footprint in Gauteng and across Africa, this is an opportunity to join a dynamic team where you can develop both your technical and commercial skills.
The Role: Field Service Technician
As a Field Service Technician, you'll be the trusted on-site expert for air compressors, vacuum pumps, and related systems. You'll keep mission-critical equipment running smoothly, while also identifying opportunities to grow service contracts, spares, and system sales. This role blends technical problem-solving with customer relationship building to ensure long-term success.
Key Responsibilities
Minimum 3-5 years hands-on experience servicing, installing, and repairing air compressors, vacuum pumps, or similar equipment
Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues, delivering clear recommendations and solutions
Manage service schedules, communicate professionally with clients, and complete reports on time
Build and maintain strong relationships with engineers, technicians, and maintenance teams
Identify new opportunities, cold-call prospects, and contribute to achieving sales targets for service contracts, repairs, and equipment
Track completed services and encourage repeat servicing to improve customer retention
Collaborate with the sales team on territory strategies and opportunities
Travel as needed (including occasional cross-border trips), ensuring a valid passport is maintained
About You
National Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering, or Millwright trade qualification (preferred)
Proven technical knowledge of air compressors (essential); additional exposure to vacuum pumps, blowers, valves, or instrumentation advantageous
Strong commercial mindset, comfortable promoting service contracts, spares, and solutions on site
Clear, professional communicator with solid reporting and customer-facing skills
Proactive, organised self-starter with strong reasoning, problem-solving, and multitasking ability
Team player who can also work independently to achieve objectives without close supervision