Lab Attendant

Overall Purpose of Position

To support the WSC Laboratory function in ensuring the necessary samples and analyses are collected and analysed in a timely and accurate manner for process improvement and legal compliance.

To contribute to the overall objectives of the WSC in line with the statement and mission of the Water Services Corporation.

Main Accountabilities & Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be expected to:

•To carry out sampling duties in the field, including basic on-site analysis, labelling and data entry.

•Up-keeping of the lab premises and resources including but not limited to cleaning of work areas, glassware, vehicles etc

•Perform clerical duties and maintain all administration records including updating of inventory and purchasing records

•To assist Scientists and QA/QC analysts, in the carrying out of certain laboratory work, such as preparation of chemicals, media, glassware, basic sample preparation and basic analysis.

•To input data into the Laboratory database and to file all the analytical records.

•To carry out any ad-hoc office-related tasks, needed from time to time.

•To update the inventory within the laboratory including stock control of all laboratory chemicals and laboratory materials and to liaise with the senior staff of the laboratory during stock taking and purchasing.

•To assist scientists and QA/QC analysts on specific projects.

•To attend any training required and abide thoroughly with the section’s Quality Systems procedures.

•To maintain strict confidentiality in carrying out his/her duties.

•To perform any related duties as directed by lab management.

•Participate in and contribute to cross-functional teams as required, consult with relevant departments, as necessary, and provide training as may be required.

•Co-ordinate with the Quality Unit in obtaining and maintaining certifications and accreditations of the Corporation and participate in internal and external audits, and peer reviews.

•Carry out effectively any other duties and responsibilities and undertake other assignments as reasonably directed by the Management.

Working Conditions

i.Expected to be in, and maintain, a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service;

ii.Expected to work flexible hours in order to meet accountabilities and attend to work after office hours, as may be required;

iii.Abide by rules and regulations issued by WSC;

iv.Consult with other sections as may be required;

v.Expected to maintain oneself abreast with best practices relevant to the post and attend any training which may be provided.

Qualifications and Experience

By the closing time and date of this call for applications, applicants must:

i.Be in possession of a recognized MQF Level 3 OR

ii.Have at least one (1) year of experience in Scale 15 (or higher).

iii.Having an ECDL certificate is not required, but candidates having this, will be preferred.

iv.Having a driving license will be considered an asset.

v.Candidates shall present a clean police conduct, not older than six (6) months from the date of application to the Board Members during the interview.

Interpersonal Skills

•Work under limited supervision, both individually and within a team;

•Detail oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality;

•Problem solving skills, able to multitask and meet challenging deadlines;

•Highly organized and flexible;

•Able to maintain a professional approach at all times.

The appointment is subject to a trial/probationary period of six (6) months during which time Appointees(i)will retain their substantive appointments, and (ii) need invariably undergo and pass through a specialized certification course to be organized by the Corporation as per exigencies. Failure to get certified as herein mentioned will automatically render the incumbent as having failed the trial/probationary and they shall return to their substantive grade upon notice issued by the Corporation to that effect.