Laboratory Technician

About the role

SGS is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support its analytical services. The role involves operating and maintaining a range of instrumentation, ensuring timely and accurate analysis, and complying with quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Record, evaluate and validate data from LECO, ICP, XRF, AAS and Wet Chemistry instruments.
• Perform routine and non‑routine analytical operations, adhering to turnaround times.
• Assist senior staff in method validation and instrument qualification.
• Document repairs, maintenance, calibration and verification activities.
• Maintain laboratory housekeeping and ensure compliance with ISO 17025 and SGS quality, health and safety protocols.
• Manage consumables and chemicals for analyses and support other laboratory areas as required.

Required profile

• Matriculation with Mathematics and Science.
• Minimum three years’ operational experience in a SANAS‑accredited (ISO 17025) laboratory.
• Experience with LIMS administration and instrument data reporting.
• Ability to work shifts and overtime when needed.

Required skills

• LECO, ICP, XRF, AAS and Wet Chemistry instrumentation.
• LIMS administration and operation.
• Sample preparation and fire assay techniques.
• Use of SLIMS data entry system.